Joby begins power-on testing of its first FAA-conforming aircraft, entering the final (TIA) stage of FAA type certification

Joby Aviation/Joby S4

Joby began power-on testing of its first FAA-conforming aircraft built to FAA-approved designs, entering Type Inspection Authorization, the final stage of type certification. Joby pilots conduct initial testing with FAA pilots expected in 2026 for for-credit performance, handling, and systems validation.

• Type Inspection Authorization: final FAA type certification stage.
• Thousands of hardware and software integration tests planned.
• Joby pilots conduct initial evaluation; FAA pilots in 2026 for for-credit testing.
• Rigorous evaluation of performance, handling, systems, and pilot training.