Flying 150 nm on a single charge, the full-sized, electric-powered prototype of the eVTOL developed by Joby Aero marked a milestone earlier this month, the company announced on July 27 at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The mission, part of Joby’s continuing flight-test program, was carried out near the Joby Electric Flight Base at Big Sur, California.
Joby Aero Hits Range Target with 150-sm Flight
Key Takeaways:
- Joby Aero's full-sized electric eVTOL prototype successfully completed a record-setting flight of 154.6 statute miles on a single charge.
- The flight, lasting 1 hour and 17 minutes, was remotely piloted near Big Sur, California, demonstrating a significant milestone in battery technology for eVTOLs.
- This achievement validates Joby's technology and moves the company closer to its goal of launching commercial passenger service by 2024, aiming to enable emissions-free air travel.
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