Joby Aviation recently completed its second of four System Reviews required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as part of the aircraft type certification program. This milestone achievement brings Joby one-step closer to certifying its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
Joby has already received about 84% of its Means of Compliance by September 2022. System Reviews are a part of FAA approval to validate the overall architecture of the aircraft and ensure the Company’s development process is on track to satisfy the FAA’s safety objectives associated with complex aircraft systems
Didier Papadopoulos, Head of Aircraft OEM at Joby said: “Progress on certification is a key area of focus for this nascent sector, and we’re pleased to mark our continued leadership with the successful completion of our second System Review. We’re confident that our aircraft design is on track to meet the FAA’s expectations regarding system-level safety, redundancy, and overall aircraft architecture. We’re grateful to the FAA for their dedication to safety and deep engagement on our ongoing certification program.”
In May, Joby received its Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate from the FAA, enabling the Company to operate a commercial air taxi service in the United States. Joby intends to certify its aircraft in time to commence commercial passenger service in 2025.