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eVTOL Developers Position for Early Passenger Service in High-Congestion Metros
Joby Aviation has successfully flown an electric air taxi from JFK to Manhattan, marking a significant milestone in the development of eVTOL technology. The company is positioning for early passenger service in high-congestion metros through airport vertiports and pilot-program access. Meanwhile, Archer Aviation is building a regional network of vertiports in South Florida, with plans to link major cities and airports. According to AviNews, both companies are pushing forward with their plans despite awaiting full FAA certification.