DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D AILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane HOT FLYING TAXI FROM JOBY AVIATION Source: Joby Aviation California-based Joby Aviation, in its early May message to shareholders about Q1 2023, said that it will launch commercial operations of its eVTOL flying taxis in 2025, roll out its 1st company-conforming aircraft within weeks & start delivering eVTOLs to the USAF in early 2024. Here are some key data points on Joby Aviation's aircraft: All electric eVTOL air taxi for ride sharing commutes Under development for ten years with millions of dollars in investment money from Delta & United Airlines 6 electric motors Range of 150 miles Seats 5 people including pilot Speed - up to 200 mph Zero emissions Bookable at the touch of an app Delta has invested $60 million & will start air taxi service 1st in NYC & LA