US Startup Unveils Autonomous Electric VTOL with Military Focus

Joby Aviation has successfully flown its first hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, with plans to pitch it to military customers through an agreement with L3Harris. The autonomous system will be produced by Joby but missionized for military users. CEO JoeBen Bevirt emphasized the need for rapid delivery of new technology to American troops. The development comes ahead of the Dubai Airshow, where both companies are expected to showcase their eVTOL capabilities.