Joby Aviation

Joby S4

In Certification

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.

Latest update Sep 9, 2026

Joby S4

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Current status

FAA Stage 4 completed March 2026. Now in Stage 5 (TIA) - the final certification gate. As of the July 31, 2026 shareholder letter, Stage 5 Show & Verify stood at Joby 20% / FAA 10%. Five conforming aircraft are flying and 12 more are in production, with at least two more expected off the line in H2 2026. FAA type certificate still expected late 2026.

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Specifications4

Passengers
4 + 1 pilot
Range
Up to 100 miles
Top Speed
200 mph
Propellers
6 tilting electric

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