Joby’s production prototype eVTOL, with the preproduction prototype behind it. [Courtesy: Joby Aviation]
Key Takeaways:
Joby Aviation is progressing toward FAA certification despite a widening net loss, backed by $1.2 billion in cash, rolling out its first production aircraft, and submitting all certification plans.
Virgin Galactic successfully completed its first commercial space tourism flight (Galactic 02) with paying customers, achieving notable firsts for its passengers.
Battle Creek Executive Airport received $7 million in state funding for a 200-acre drone park, aiming to attract drone and advanced air mobility manufacturing and operations.
Samson Sky's Switchblade, a unique kit-built flying sports car, saw record sales, potentially accelerating market entry through experimental aircraft certification.
Hello, and welcome to the Future of FLYING newsletter, our weekly look at the biggest stories in emerging aviation technology. From low-altitude drones to high-flying rockets at the edge of the atmosphere, we’ll take you on a tour of the modern flying world to help you make sense of it all.
—Jack Daleo, Modern FLYING staff writer
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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.
