Joby Aviation, a key player in the urban air mobility sector, is gearing up to launch commercial air taxi services by 2026. The company aims to have five of its eVTOL aircraft in the final phases of FAA certification by 2025, a crucial step towards offering passenger transport, emergency response, and cargo delivery services. Joby is focusing on rigorous certification processes involving safety, airworthiness, and mechanical failure recovery. The company has also expanded its production capacity in California, with plans to manufacture 24 eVTOLs annually. Joby's recent achievements include successful flight testing milestones, collaborations with the U.S. Air Force, and a strategic partnership with Toyota. The company is eyeing global expansion, with plans to commence passenger services in the UAE in early 2026 and establish a wider air taxi network in the U.S. Joby is positioning itself as a frontrunner in the industry by emphasizing scalable production, key partnerships, and operational excellence. Amidst competition, Joby's comprehensive approach from research and development to manufacturing puts it on track to be one of the first to launch certified commercial eVTOL services globally.