Joby Aviation Names Huerta to Board of Directors

The eVTOL manufacturer continues its certification path for parallel customer bases.

Friday, March 24, 2023 at 04:03 PM ET

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Joby Aviation moves forward on its path towards launching its eVTOL solution for advanced air mobility and sustainability targets. [Courtesy: Joby Aviation]

Key Takeaways:

Joby Aviation confirms it remains on track for FAA certification of its all-electric aircraft, bolstered by the strategic appointment of former FAA Administrator Michael Huerta to its board of directors.
Huerta's dual role on Joby's and investor Delta Air Lines' boards is considered invaluable for preparing commercial operations, leveraging advancements in battery technology and strategic partnerships.

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Joby Aviation’s [NYSE: JOBY] founder and CEO, JoeBen Bevirt, verified that the company remains on track in its path towards FAA certification—and it bolstered that assessment with the announcement on Friday it has added former FAA Administrator Michael Huerta to its board of directors.

Huerta joins former FAA Acting Administrator Dan Elwell on the board of the company, which seeks to bring to market an all-electric aircraft for commercial air transportation.