Electric Air Taxi Developer Expands US Footprint Amid Growing Demand for eVTOL Aircraft

Joby Aviation has acquired a 700,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Dayton, Ohio, marking another step in its plan to increase aircraft output. The newly acquired site will support Joby’s near-term goal of doubling production to four aircraft per month by 2027. According to AeroTime, CEO JoeBen Bevirt emphasized the importance of the expansion in supporting both near-term and longer-range growth ambitions. The acquisition comes as Joby continues to work through certification milestones for its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft and prepares for initial commercial operations.