Overall Company Progress on Commitments
The Commitment Progress Tracker evaluates how well a company is delivering on its promises by comparing management’s stated commitments from press releases and earnings calls to actual progress updates. This tool categorizes commitments into clear ratings such as “On Track” or “Exceeded Expectations” while flagging potential risks where execution may be falling short.
By highlighting progress and warning signs, the Commitment Progress Tracker provides retail investors with actionable insights to assess a company’s performance. With a sliding 18-month window of data, it serves as a valuable educational resource to support informed investment research.
Cluster: UAE Air Taxi Launch and Vertiport Network
Commitment: November 19, 2025: Under a six-year exclusive agreement, Joby will start air taxi operations in Dubai in 2026, updating earlier Dubai launch statements.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Multiple November updates confirm exclusivity and 2026 start. Newer evidence (Nov 17–19, 2025) supersedes any earlier ambiguity on exclusivity and timing.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-17 confirms a six-year exclusive agreement with Dubai’s RTA and a 2026 launch; operational readiness showcased with a first point-to-point piloted UAE flight and daily Dubai Airshow demos (newer evidence supersedes earlier statements).
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 reiterates planned Dubai operations in 2026 within a broader regional expansion context.
Commitment: November 17, 2025: Joby will add three vertiports in Dubai at Dubai Mall, Atlantis the Royal, and American University of Dubai with RTA and Skyports.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: The specific sites and partners were confirmed; ongoing Airshow operations indicate execution momentum.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-17 confirms the three vertiport locations and partners (RTA, Skyports), alongside daily Airshow demos.
- Earlier program context from 2025-06-30 notes construction underway for the first commercial vertiport at DXB (supporting momentum toward a broader network).
Commitment: November 17, 2025: Joby will launch commercial passenger air taxi service in Dubai in 2026.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Reaffirmed by RTA and Joby; Q3 updates add that operations are expected ahead of FAA Type Certification, ramping through 2026.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-17 states RTA progressing to a 2026 launch; Joby aims to launch commercial passenger service in 2026.
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) says Joby expects to be operational in Dubai prior to FAA Type Certification and ramp through 2026.
Commitment: November 17, 2025: Joby will complete the vertiport at Dubai International Airport in Q1 2026 as part of the initial network.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: DXB vertiport completion timing is explicitly stated; no contrary updates. Execution risk exists until completion.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-17 specifies DXB vertiport completion in Q1 2026.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-06-30 confirms construction underway and Q1 2026 target (consistent and reinforced by later updates).
Commitment: November 17, 2025: Joby will conduct daily flight demonstrations at the Dubai Airshow 2025 to showcase readiness.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 98%
Analysis: Daily demos were conducted during the Airshow; commitment met during the event window.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-17 confirms daily flight demonstrations at Dubai Airshow 2025 and the first piloted point-to-point UAE flight.
Commitment: November 19, 2025: Joby will collaborate with Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority and Skyports to launch an air taxi network in Ras Al Khaimah by 2027.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: September MoU details and November regional update align on 2027 launch; no conflicting evidence.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 highlights RAK partnerships within Joby’s regional expansion plan.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-29 details the RAKTA–Joby–Skyports MoU and 2027 target.
Commitment: September 29, 2025: Joby will establish an inter‑emirate corridor connecting Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah by 2027.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 88%
Analysis: MoU supports a corridor by 2027; Dubai 2026 start strengthens the feasibility of inter-emirate connectivity.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-29 specifies the inter‑emirate corridor plan linking Dubai and RAK by 2027.
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 reiterates RAK network plans in the regional rollout (newer evidence sustains the 2027 goal).
Commitment: September 29, 2025: Joby and Skyports will build the first Ras Al Khaimah vertiport at Al Marjan Island for the 2027 launch, followed by phased expansion.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Initial vertiport site is designated; subsequent November updates maintain the 2027 goal, implying continued alignment.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-29 designates Al Marjan Island as the first vertiport with phased expansion.
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 confirms the broader RAK program timing (no change to the initial site plan).
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will be operational in Dubai ahead of FAA Type Certification, ramping operations over the course of 2026.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 88%
Analysis: Reinforced by RTA timelines and Joby statements; execution remains subject to manufacturing ramp and local approvals.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) affirms planned pre‑TC operations, ramping through 2026.
- A recent update from 2025-11-17 reconfirms 2026 commercial launch under exclusivity (newer evidence supports trajectory).
Commitment: December 10, 2024: Joby will apply to become the first certificated air taxi operator in the UAE and install its GEACS charging system at Jetex sites.
🟡 Partially Met | Certainty: 75%
Analysis: Partnership with Jetex and exclusivity in Dubai are established; GEACS installations are planned. Public evidence of the operator application filing/acceptance is not yet shown.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2024-12-10 confirms intent to install GEACS at Jetex locations and pursue UAE certification.
- A recent update from 2025-11-17/19 (cluster-level) underscores exclusivity and operational plans in 2026, but does not explicitly confirm application submission (newer evidence supports overall trajectory but not this specific procedural milestone).
Cluster: Saudi Arabia Deployment and Regulatory Pathway
Commitment: November 19, 2025: Joby will complete pre‑commercial evaluation flights of its electric air taxi in Saudi Arabia in the first half of 2026.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Newly signed collaboration with RSG and THC confirms H1’26 evaluation flights; aligns with Nov 12 GACA MoU.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 states pre‑commercial evaluation flights planned for H1 2026.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-12 sets the regulatory groundwork with GACA (newer update specifies timing).
Commitment: November 19, 2025: Joby, Red Sea Global and The Helicopter Company will establish a sandbox to evaluate air taxi operations including charging, airspace integration, and ground communications.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Sandbox scope and partners are confirmed; supports pre‑commercial operations.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 details the sandbox with RSG and THC to evaluate operations.
Commitment: November 19, 2025: Joby will collaborate with GACA to support development of Saudi Arabia’s air taxi regulatory framework using FAA certification standards as a foundation.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Builds directly on Nov 12 GACA MoU; consistent and recent.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 confirms continued collaboration with GACA leveraging FAA standards.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-12 outlines the MoU to streamline approvals using FAA standards (newer update reinforces progression).
Commitment: November 12, 2025: Joby and GACA will rapidly deploy electric air taxi service in Saudi Arabia under a new MoU.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Subsequent Nov 19 update adds H1’26 evaluation flight timing and sandbox; consistent trajectory.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-12 announces the MoU for rapid deployment.
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 provides concrete near-term flight timelines (newer evidence advances specificity).
Commitment: November 12, 2025: Joby and GACA will use FAA standards to create a streamlined approval and validation process for Joby’s aircraft.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Reiterated Nov 19; no conflicting data.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-12 sets the FAA-based streamlined validation process with GACA.
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 restates this alignment (newer evidence maintains consistency).
Commitment: November 12, 2025: Joby and GACA will provide technical expertise across type design, production, and operations to inform the regulatory framework.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Technical collaboration is part of the MoU; later updates focus on operational sandbox and timing.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-12 outlines provision of technical expertise across key domains.
Commitment: November 12, 2025: Joby and GACA will collaborate on airworthiness standards to enable efficient validation of the FAA Type Certificate.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Consistent with the FAA-based validation pathway.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-12 specifies collaboration on airworthiness standards.
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 continues to reference FAA standards as the foundation.
Commitment: November 12, 2025: Joby and GACA will develop and harmonize regulations for initial operations including pilot licensing, maintenance, and airspace integration.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Regulatory harmonization is underway per MoU; sandbox will inform practical integration.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-12 details regulatory harmonization areas.
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 adds the sandbox as a mechanism to evaluate integration (newer evidence supports practical steps).
Commitment: November 12, 2025: Joby and Abdul Latif Jameel will explore delivery of up to 200 aircraft valued at approximately $1 billion.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Earlier MoU on distribution and local services supports this; no negative updates.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-12 cites exploration of up to 200 aircraft.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-06-03 details the ALJ–Joby MoU to distribute up to 200 aircraft and related services (consistent and reinforcing).
Commitment: June 03, 2025: Joby will explore a distribution agreement and collaborate to launch local air taxi services in Saudi Arabia, including MRO and pilot training enablement.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Supported by Nov 12 MoU with GACA and Nov 19 sandbox; consistent expansion path.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-06-03 establishes the ALJ distribution and local services collaboration.
- A recent update from 2025-11-12/19 positions Saudi as key launch market with regulatory and operational collaboration (newer evidence broadens scope).
Cluster: FAA Certification and TIA Flight Testing
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will begin power‑on testing of the first TIA aircraft and progress through TIA flight testing leading to FAA pilots flying for credit in 2026.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Power‑on testing has begun; timeline to FAA pilots in 2026 is reaffirmed across Nov 5–6 updates.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) confirms power‑on testing commencement and 2026 FAA for‑credit flights.
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 confirms power‑on start for the first conforming aircraft and TIA entry.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will begin power‑on testing of the first FAA‑conforming aircraft to prepare for TIA.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 98%
Analysis: Power‑on testing began; commitment achieved.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 announces power‑on testing of the first conforming TIA aircraft.
- A recent update from 2025-11-08/06 (financial results/call) reiterates power‑on start and TIA progression (newer evidence confirms execution).
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will conduct thousands of hardware and software integration tests on TIA aircraft ahead of flight testing.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Initiation of thousands of integration tests is explicitly stated; aligns with TIA entry.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 confirms initiation of thousands of integration tests.
- A recent update from 2025-11-08 echoes this test campaign in the financial results.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will perform “for credit” flight testing with Joby pilots in 2025 followed by FAA test pilots in 2026.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 88%
Analysis: 2025 Joby pilot for‑credit testing is planned; FAA pilots in 2026 reaffirmed; no evidence of slippage as of mid‑November.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05/08 sets the sequence: Joby pilots 2025, FAA pilots 2026.
- Earlier guidance from 2024-12-20 targeted TIA flight testing in 2025 (newer updates refine sequence and confirm readiness).
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will validate the aircraft’s performance envelope, including range, speed, and energy management, during TIA testing.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Planned TIA objectives consistent with FAA collaboration; execution pending TIA flights.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 outlines validation objectives during TIA.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will test flight controls and handling qualities across VTOL, hover, and wingborne cruise regimes.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: TIA plan item; dependent on upcoming flight phases.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 specifies handling qualities testing across regimes during TIA.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will validate maintenance procedures, operations manuals, and pilot training curriculum during the TIA phase.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Part of the TIA plan; no contradictory evidence.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 includes validation of maintenance and ops artifacts during TIA.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will build each TIA aircraft with FAA‑conforming components under its approved quality management system.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: First TIA‑ready aircraft built with FAA‑conforming components; confirmed by DAAR oversight.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 notes conforming components, QMS, and DAAR sign‑offs on the first TIA aircraft.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will collaborate side‑by‑side with the FAA throughout TIA testing to support certification decisions.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Stated approach aligns with the final certification phase structure.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 states ongoing side‑by‑side FAA collaboration during TIA.
Commitment: September 23, 2025: Joby will prepare for initial TIA flight tests targeted for early 2026.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Newer Nov 05–06 updates refine the plan to include Joby pilot flights in 2025 and FAA pilots in 2026, superseding the earlier “early 2026” only framing.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-23 targeted early 2026 for initial TIA flights.
- A recent update from 2025-11-05/06 supersedes with Joby pilot for‑credit flights in 2025 and FAA pilots in 2026 (newer evidence advances timing).
Commitment: December 20, 2024: Joby is targeting the start of TIA flight testing in 2025 as part of the final certification phase.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Newer November 2025 updates confirm power‑on and imminent test campaign, validating the 2025 target.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2024-12-20 set a 2025 TIA flight testing target.
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 confirms entry into TIA and power‑on progress (newer evidence confirms target adherence).
Cluster: Manufacturing and Production Scale‑Up
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will accelerate production and scale manufacturing with Toyota to meet rising demand.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Toyota funding closed in May; ongoing hiring and facility expansions indicate scaling.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) highlights accelerated production and scale‑up with Toyota.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-05-27 confirms $250M Toyota investment to support certification and commercial production.
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will scale propeller blade production in Dayton to address a high‑part‑count component.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Production start in Dayton confirmed Oct 31; scaling trajectory in place.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-31 confirms in‑house blade manufacturing in Dayton and scale plans up to 15,000 blades/year.
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will expand its Marina and Dayton footprints and add more than 100 manufacturing roles to support the ramp.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: 100+ roles added and footprint expansions corroborated by multiple updates.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 notes 100+ manufacturing roles added and expanded production.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-07-15 details Marina expansion and Dayton ramp.
Commitment: October 31, 2025: Joby will manufacture propeller blades in‑house at its Dayton, Ohio facility.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 100%
Analysis: Manufacturing has begun; commitment met.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-31 announces start of in‑house blade manufacturing in Dayton.
Commitment: October 31, 2025: Joby will scale blade production in Ohio with potential output of up to 15,000 blades per year.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Capacity target is forward‑looking; initial production underway.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-31 outlines scale potential to 15,000 blades/year.
Commitment: October 31, 2025: Joby will complete conforming blades for FAA inspection and certification next month.
🟡 Partially Met | Certainty: 70%
Analysis: As of mid‑November, public confirmation of completion is not available. Production started, but no explicit evidence that conforming blades were completed in November.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-31 set a “next month” target for conforming blades.
- A recent update from 2025-11-05/06 references ongoing production but does not confirm completion of conforming blades (status pending; newer evidence does not yet confirm).
Commitment: October 31, 2025: Joby will install propeller blades on flight test aircraft next year.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Forward milestone for 2026; no contradictions.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-31 targets installation on flight test aircraft next year.
Commitment: October 31, 2025: Joby will build Dayton facility capacity over time to support up to 500 aircraft per year.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 80%
Analysis: Long‑term capacity ambition; early steps (blade production, facility role) support trajectory.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-31 states capacity build‑out plan to 500 aircraft/year.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-07-15 reiterates Dayton as the long‑term high‑volume site.
Commitment: October 31, 2025: Joby will use Dayton manufacturing to support type and production certification programs and future expansion.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: In‑house blade production and conformity activities support certification programs.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-31 positions Dayton to support type and production certification.
Commitment: September 12, 2025: Joby will double U.S. production capacity to up to 24 aircraft per year across 435,000 square feet.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Marina expansion and program updates support doubling; no contrary evidence.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-12 and 2025-08-06 references the 435,000 sq ft expansion and doubling to 24 aircraft/year.
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 cites production scale and 15x increase in conforming parts (newer evidence supports capability).
Commitment: August 06, 2025: Joby will operate an expanded 435,000‑square‑foot Marina facility, doubling capacity to 24 aircraft per year.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Expansion referenced; ongoing operations implied, though explicit “operate” start not independently confirmed.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-08-06 notes the expanded facility and doubled capacity.
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 indicates production scaling and workforce growth (newer evidence supports utilization).
Commitment: July 15, 2025: Joby will ramp production at its renovated Dayton facility with plans to build up to 500 aircraft annually.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Blade production start in Dayton validates ramp; long‑term capacity plan remains.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-07-15 details the Dayton ramp and 500 aircraft/year plan.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-31 confirms component production ramp in Dayton (supporting ramp trajectory).
Cluster: Defense and Autonomy Programs
Commitment: November 13, 2025: Joby and L3Harris will begin flying government mission demonstrations using the turbine‑electric hybrid demonstrator in 2026.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Hybrid demonstrator completed first flight Nov 7; on path to 2026 demos.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 confirms first flight and 2026 demo timeline.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-08-01 set flight testing in fall 2025 with 2026 demos (newer evidence confirms progress).
Commitment: November 13, 2025: Joby will continue ground and flight testing of the hybrid aircraft ahead of 2026 operational demonstrations.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Post‑first flight test program is ongoing; consistent with plan.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 states continued testing ahead of 2026 demonstrations.
Commitment: November 13, 2025: L3Harris will equip Joby’s commercial hybrid aircraft with missionization elements for defense applications.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Missionization partnership announced; equipping effort is underway.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 outlines L3Harris missionization scope.
Commitment: November 13, 2025: Joby commits to accelerating delivery of new technology to U.S. troops more quickly and cost‑efficiently.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 80%
Analysis: Strategic commitment; concrete steps include hybrid demonstrator progress and REFORPAC autonomy results.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 includes this commitment.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-03 demonstrates Superpilot autonomy performance in REFORPAC.
Commitment: November 13, 2025: L3Harris commits to scaling rapidly to bring commercial VTOL aircraft to combat operations.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 80%
Analysis: Partner commitment aligned with 2026 demos; no counter‑indications.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 details L3Harris scaling intent.
Commitment: November 13, 2025: Joby will design the hybrid aircraft to be autonomous using its Superpilot technology stack.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Superpilot integration plan supported by IGX Thor collaboration.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 confirms the autonomy design direction.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-28 announces NVIDIA IGX Thor integration to enable certifiable autonomy (newer evidence aligns with this architecture).
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will demonstrate the turbine‑electric hybrid with L3Harris and compete for FY’26 U.S. DoD procurement.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 88%
Analysis: First flight achieved; 2026 mission demos planned; procurement competition intent stands.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) states the plan to demonstrate and compete for FY’26 procurement.
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 confirms first flight and 2026 demos (newer evidence shows progress toward demonstration).
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will integrate Superpilot and adopt NVIDIA IGX Thor to enable advanced onboard compute and autonomy on defense variants.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: NVIDIA collaboration named and scoped in Oct; defense variants to use the stack.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-28 details the IGX Thor integration with Superpilot for certifiable autonomy.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will develop and ground‑test a hybrid‑electric autonomous aircraft for defense and advance Superpilot (with IGX Thor) for autonomy.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Hybrid demonstrator first flight achieved; autonomy stack partnership active.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 confirms hybrid flight and ongoing testing.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-28 outlines IGX Thor integration for autonomy.
Commitment: October 28, 2025: Joby will integrate NVIDIA IGX Thor with Superpilot to pursue certifiable autonomy for defense and future civil applications.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Announced and now referenced across defense program updates; no conflicts.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-28 introduces the IGX Thor partnership and certifiable autonomy pursuit.
Commitment: October 28, 2025: Joby will enable onboard autonomous mission management, perception, sensor fusion, predictive health monitoring, and digital twin capabilities.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Defined capabilities are part of the IGX Thor roadmap.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-28 specifies intended onboard capabilities enabled by IGX Thor + Superpilot.
Commitment: September 03, 2025: Joby will compete for DoD autonomous and hybrid aircraft programs and use defense work to inform commercial autonomy integration.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: REFORPAC results and hybrid demonstrator progress support competitiveness and dual‑use learning.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-03 details successful Superpilot autonomy demonstration across 7,342 miles/43.7 hours.
Commitment: August 01, 2025: Joby and L3Harris will flight‑test a gas‑turbine hybrid VTOL beginning fall 2025 with operational demonstrations in 2026.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 98%
Analysis: First hybrid demonstrator flight occurred Nov 7, 2025; 2026 demos reiterated.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-13 confirms first flight on 2025-11-07 and 2026 operational demos (newer evidence confirms the fall 2025 flight‑test start).
Cluster: U.S. eIPP Pre‑Certification Operations
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will pursue participation in the eIPP to operate mature eVTOLs in select U.S. markets ahead of certification, with operations expected to start mid next year.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Company expects downselect and start mid‑year; engagement is active.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) anticipates eIPP participation with operations starting mid next year.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will engage with state and local governments submitting eIPP applications to demonstrate passenger, cargo, and emergency use cases prior to Type Certification.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Ongoing engagement documented; aligns with program goals.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 (financial results) reports active engagement with state and local governments on eIPP.
Commitment: September 12, 2025: Joby will participate in the eIPP to begin operations in select markets ahead of full FAA certification, with projects chosen within 180 days.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: 180‑day project selection window aligns with expectations to start mid next year; newer updates reinforce timeline.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-12 details participation intent and 180‑day selection window.
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 indicates expected mid‑year start (newer evidence supports schedule).
Cluster: Commercial Channels, Customer Operations, and Route Development
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will leverage the Blade acquisition to operate and expand high‑frequency routes ahead of Joby aircraft certification.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Blade operations contributed to Q3 results; new commuter route program launched.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) reports Blade integration and operations (e.g., Ryder Cup movements).
- Earlier evidence from 2025-08-29 confirms completion of Blade passenger business acquisition.
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will launch a weekday commuter pilot program between Manhattan and Westchester County Airport starting December 1, 2025 with seats from $125 to $225.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Program publicly announced with pricing and schedule; launch imminent.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (program announcement) details Dec 1 start, schedule, and fares.
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will transition Blade operations from helicopters to its electric air taxis once FAA certification is achieved.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Contingent on certification; operations and integrations in place to transition.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) sets transition intent post‑certification.
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will use the commuter pilot program to gather operational and customer experience insights to accelerate and de‑risk commercialization.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Program designed for learnings; supports commercialization strategy.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 and 2025-11-07 (program details) describes objectives to gather insights.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will integrate Blade’s passenger services into the Uber app and continue service operations, building demand ahead of Joby’s launch.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Integration plans confirmed; Uber and Joby issued joint statements.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-10 details planned integration of Blade services into the Uber app as soon as next year.
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 reiterates integration and operations build‑up (newer evidence confirms trajectory).
Commitment: September 10, 2025: Joby and Uber will bring Blade’s services into the Uber app to enable direct booking and foundation for Joby’s future eVTOL service.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Integration slated for “as soon as next year”; consistent with later guidance.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-10 announces Uber–Blade integration plan supporting Joby’s future service.
Commitment: August 29, 2025: Joby will continue Blade’s passenger operations as a wholly‑owned subsidiary and pursue entry into commercial service with Joby aircraft once certified.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Completed acquisition; ongoing operations documented.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-08-29 confirms acquisition completion and continued operations.
Commitment: August 29, 2025: Joby will integrate Blade’s network and user base into Joby’s apps and services over time to expand access.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Uber app integration and ongoing brand operations support progressive integration.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-08-29 sets integration intent.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-10 details Uber app integration path (newer evidence continues alignment).
Cluster: Japan Ecosystem and Expo 2025 Demonstrations
Commitment: September 30, 2025: Joby will conduct public flight demonstrations at Expo 2025 Osaka over 13 days with plans for more than 20 flights.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Q3 call notes completion of two weeks of regular demonstration flights in Osaka; commitment executed.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) states two weeks of scheduled Osaka flights completed.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-30 announced the plan for >20 flights over 13 days (newer evidence indicates execution).
Commitment: September 30, 2025: Joby will use demonstration data to support regulatory development with JCAB for advanced air mobility.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Data gathered during Osaka demos to inform JCAB; no contradictory updates.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-30 states intent to use demo data with JCAB.
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 confirms demo flights occurred, enabling data capture.
Commitment: September 30, 2025: Joby will progress the development of a national air taxi ecosystem in Japan including vertiports, pilot training, and maintenance support.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: JV plans and demonstrations support ecosystem development.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-30 discusses ecosystem elements.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-08-05 announces intent to establish a JV with ANA (newer demo evidence supports momentum).
Commitment: September 30, 2025: Joby will engage communities, collaborate with regulators, and expand partnerships to advance deployment in Japan.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Public demos and partnerships underpin engagement and collaboration.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-30 highlights community engagement and regulatory collaboration during Expo activities.
Commitment: August 05, 2025: Joby will establish a joint venture to provide air taxi service in Japan with deployment of more than 100 aircraft in the coming years.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: JV intent announced; demos and regulatory work progressing.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-08-05 states JV intent with ANA and >100 aircraft deployment plan.
Commitment: August 05, 2025: Joby will hold public demonstration flights of ANA‑branded aircraft at EXPO 2025 Osaka from October 1–13, 2025.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 98%
Analysis: Q3 call confirms multi‑week scheduled flights in Osaka delivered.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 states two weeks of regular flights completed at Osaka Expo (newer evidence confirms execution).
Commitment: August 05, 2025: Joby will accelerate ecosystem development in Japan in collaboration with national and local governments.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Demonstrations and JCAB engagement align with acceleration.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-08-05 and 2025-09-30 describes collaboration with governments and partners to build the ecosystem.
Cluster: Kazakhstan Market Entry and Supply Chain Collaboration
Commitment: November 19, 2025: Joby signed a letter of intent to sell aircraft and services to Alatau Advance Air Group valued up to $250 million to introduce air taxis to Kazakhstan.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Confirms and updates the Nov 6 LOI; newer evidence supersedes earlier announcement by reaffirming scope and value.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 references the LOI valued up to $250M.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-11-06 details the LOI terms and structure (newer evidence confirms continuity).
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will sell eVTOL aircraft and services valued up to $250 million to AAAG, including pre‑delivery payments, under a letter of intent.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: LOI scope and pre‑delivery payments noted; later Nov 19 update reaffirms.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 outlines the LOI with AAAG and pre‑delivery payments.
- A recent update from 2025-11-19 reaffirms the LOI and value (newer evidence sustains terms).
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby and AAAG will collaborate with the Government of Kazakhstan to create the regulatory environment and infrastructure required for air taxi services.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Parallel MoU with the Ministry (Kazakhstan) supports regulatory enablement.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 indicates collaboration with the Ministry of AI and Digital Development on regulation and infrastructure.
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby and AAAG will collaborate on sourcing critical materials from Kazakhstan, including titanium and rare earth metals, for aircraft production.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Sourcing collaboration is part of the LOI scope; no conflicting updates.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 includes critical materials sourcing collaboration.
Commitment: November 06, 2025: AAAG will act as a launch customer and establish a comprehensive testbed and ground infrastructure to support safe operations.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: AAAG’s role defined; consistent with LOI and government collaboration.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 notes AAAG as launch customer and testbed/infrastructure lead.
Cluster: Training, Safety Systems, and Operational Readiness
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will accept and deploy a fully immersive CAE‑developed flight simulator as a prerequisite for scaled commercial pilot training.
❌ Not Met | Certainty: 60%
Analysis: No public evidence in the provided updates confirming acceptance/deployment of the CAE simulator as of mid‑November 2025. Other training milestones are documented, but this specific simulator deployment is not evidenced.
Progress:
- No direct evidence found through 2025-11-19 confirming simulator acceptance/deployment.
- Earlier evidence from 2024-12-03 and 2025-11-06 covers Academy and broader readiness, but not CAE simulator deployment (status unclear; newer updates do not supersede).
Commitment: December 03, 2024: Joby will establish and expand a pipeline of qualified pilots through its FAA Part 141‑certified Joby Aviation Academy.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Part 141 certificate granted; program growth planned.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2024-12-03 confirms FAA Part 141 certification for the Flight Academy.
Commitment: December 03, 2024: Joby will advance its safety culture by implementing a Safety Management System for air operations ahead of the FAA deadline.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Accepted into FAA Part 5 Voluntary SMS for air operations.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2024-12-03 notes acceptance into the FAA Part 5 SMS program.
Commitment: December 03, 2024: Joby will grow the Flight Academy’s courses and enrollment over the coming years.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Forward‑looking growth plan; foundational approvals in place.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2024-12-03 outlines future growth of courses and enrollment.
Commitment: December 05, 2024: Joby will provide comprehensive electric aircraft maintenance training for U.S. Air Force personnel under its AFWERX contract.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 98%
Analysis: Training program completed with USAF personnel; commitment met.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2024-12-05 confirms completion of the USAF maintenance training program.
Cluster: Financing and Capital Management
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will strengthen its balance sheet via ATM/warrant exercises and an equity offering, with approximately $576 million in net proceeds received in October to fund scaling.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 98%
Analysis: Offering closed; proceeds received; balance sheet strength reflected in cash levels.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) confirms ~$576M net proceeds received in October.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-09 confirms closing of the offering and option exercise.
Commitment: November 05, 2025: Joby will use approximately $576 million of October 2025 equity offering proceeds to support certification, manufacturing, commercial preparation, and working capital.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Use of proceeds articulated; aligns with ongoing certification and manufacturing activities.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-05 (financial results) details intended use of proceeds.
Commitment: October 09, 2025: Joby will make the final prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus available free of charge for its underwritten offering.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Offering closed; prospectus availability implied by completion.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-09 confirms offering closure and related documentation processes.
Commitment: October 07, 2025: Joby will sell 30,500,000 shares at $16.85 per share for gross proceeds of approximately $513.9 million and grant a 30‑day overallotment option.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 100%
Analysis: Pricing and option granted as announced; later closing confirms.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-07 priced the offering and option.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-10-09 confirms closing and full option exercise (newer evidence confirms execution).
Commitment: May 27, 2025: Joby closed a $250 million strategic investment from Toyota to support certification and commercial production.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 100%
Analysis: Investment closed; widely referenced in later updates.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-05-27 confirms closing of the $250M Toyota investment.
Commitment: November 06, 2025: Joby will remain on track to hit the upper end of its 2025 use‑of‑cash guidance of $500–$540 million.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 85%
Analysis: Q3 call maintains guidance; year‑end confirmation pending.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 reiterates use‑of‑cash guidance and expected upper‑end outcome.
Cluster: Community Engagement and Event Operations
Commitment: September 23, 2025: Joby will participate in the California International Airshow in Salinas on October 4–5, offering aircraft access and guided experiences.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 98%
Analysis: Participation complete; Q3 call noted a 20‑minute demo at the Airshow.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) cites the Salinas Airshow demonstration.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-23 announced participation and public engagement activities (newer evidence confirms execution).
Commitment: September 23, 2025: Joby will continue local community outreach and STEM education programs to build familiarity with electric aviation.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Ongoing outreach referenced; no conflicting updates.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-23 documents community outreach and STEM engagements.
Commitment: September 18, 2025: Joby (via Blade) will serve as the Official Air Mobility Partner for the 2025 Ryder Cup, transporting attendees between Manhattan‑area lounges, Bethpage, and Republic Airport.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 98%
Analysis: Q3 call references Blade operating Ryder Cup flights; commitment fulfilled.
Progress:
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 (Q3 call) mentions Ryder Cup operations executed by Blade.
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-18 announced the Ryder Cup partnership (newer evidence confirms execution).
Commitment: September 18, 2025: Joby (via Blade) will operate a Ryder Cup Vertiport with multiple landing zones and provide seamless on‑course transfers and hospitality.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 95%
Analysis: Event operational details executed as planned per Q3 commentary and prior announcement.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-18 describes the Ryder Cup Vertiport and services.
- A recent update from 2025-11-06 acknowledges Blade’s Ryder Cup operations (newer evidence supports delivery).
Commitment: September 18, 2025: Joby will showcase its next‑generation all‑electric aircraft and simulator at the Ryder Cup to promote quieter, emissions‑free travel.
✅ On Track | Certainty: 90%
Analysis: Showcase commitment aligned with Ryder Cup partnership; no contradictory updates.
Progress:
- Earlier evidence from 2025-09-18 states the plan to display the aircraft and simulator at the event.