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Joby Aviation launches 140-mph eVTOL rideshare from JFK

4/27/2026

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Joby Launches Flight

Joby Aviation began a flight on April 27, 2026 from JFK Airport to Downtown Skyport and West 30th and East 34th Street heliports, United States.
The taxis seat four, travel 140 mph, are 100 times quieter than helicopters, and target $150-$200 rideshare pricing with FAA certification expected, JoeBen Bevirt said.
Port Authority Director Kathryn Garcia called the flights a data point for aviation, prompting Uber to let riders book the taxis via its app.

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Joby Launches Flight

Joby Aviation began a flight on April 27, 2026 from JFK Airport to Downtown Skyport and West 30th and East 34th Street heliports, United States.
The taxis seat four, travel 140 mph, are 100 times quieter than helicopters, and target $150-$200 rideshare pricing with FAA certification expected, JoeBen Bevirt said.
Port Authority Director Kathryn Garcia called the flights a data point for aviation, prompting Uber to let riders book the taxis via its app.

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