In addition to the mobile simulator at the Dayton Air Show in Ohio, Joby is installing two flight simulators developed with CAE. [Credit: Joby Aviation]
Key Takeaways:
Joby Aviation has selected Dayton, Ohio, as its future manufacturing hub for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis, with plans for annual production of 500 units post-certification.
The company is touring a mobile eVTOL flight simulator, stopping at events like the Dayton Air Show, to offer the public a preview of the connected, passenger-first air taxi experience.
Joby is developing advanced, highly realistic CAE flight simulators for pilot training, aiming to certify them for comprehensive powered-lift pilot instruction for up to 250 pilots annually.
Joby's "Electric Skies Tour" and participation in the FAA's eVTOL Integration Pilot Program involve ongoing flight demonstrations and public engagement across multiple states to prepare for commercial service.
Dayton, Ohio, could one day become an electric air taxi manufacturing stronghold after developer Joby Aviation picked it as its production hub in 2023. The hometown of the Wright brothers isn’t producing any eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft just yet.
But this weekend, residents and visitors can try out an eVTOL simulator.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
