Joby S4
In Certification
Joby Aviation
Overview
Five-seat (1 pilot + 4 passengers) all-electric VTOL aircraft with six tilting propellers. Designed for urban air mobility with a top speed of 200 mph, a range of up to 100 miles, and a low acoustic footprint suitable for dense cities. It takes off and lands vertically, then transitions to efficient wing-borne cruise flight.
FAA Stage 4 completed March 2026. Now in Stage 5 (TIA) — the final certification gate. Nine conforming aircraft parts in production; five designated for TIA testing. FAA type certificate expected late 2026.