Joby S4

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Joby Aviation
Joby S4

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.

Undergoing FAA type certification. The first FAA-conforming aircraft began flight testing in March 2026, and FAA pilots are expected to begin 'for credit' TIA flight testing later in 2026.

Key Specs

Passengers

4 + 1 pilot

Range

Up to 100 miles

Top Speed

200 mph

Propellers

6 tilting electric