Joby and Air Space Intelligence Partner for Electric Flight

The two companies will work to prepare US airspace for scaled electric aircraft operations.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:45pm

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A highly detailed, glowing 3D illustration of a futuristic air traffic control tower surrounded by a network of illuminated flight paths and aircraft, conceptually representing the advanced infrastructure needed to support the integration of electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles into the national airspace.A partnership between Joby and Air Space Intelligence aims to develop the airspace infrastructure needed to support the scaled deployment of electric aircraft in the United States.Santa Cruz Today

Joby Aviation, a leading electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company, has announced a partnership with Air Space Intelligence, a Boston-based airspace management firm, to help prepare the US airspace for the scaled deployment of electric aircraft. The collaboration will focus on developing the necessary infrastructure, regulations, and air traffic management systems to support the safe and efficient integration of eVTOL vehicles into the national airspace.

Why it matters

As urban air mobility and electric aviation technologies continue to advance, there is a growing need to ensure the US airspace is ready to accommodate these new modes of transportation. This partnership between Joby and Air Space Intelligence represents a significant step forward in making that a reality, paving the way for more sustainable and accessible air travel options in the years to come.

The details

Under the agreement, Joby and Air Space Intelligence will work together to identify and address the key technical, regulatory, and operational challenges associated with scaling eVTOL operations. This will include developing new airspace management protocols, enhancing air traffic control systems, and collaborating with government agencies to update existing aviation regulations.

  • The partnership was announced on April 7, 2026.

The players

Joby Aviation

A leading electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company that is developing advanced air mobility solutions.

Air Space Intelligence

A Boston-based airspace management firm that specializes in developing the infrastructure and systems needed to support new aviation technologies.

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What they’re saying

“This partnership is a critical step in making urban air mobility a reality. By working closely with Air Space Intelligence, we can ensure the US airspace is prepared to safely and efficiently integrate eVTOL aircraft at scale.”

— JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby Aviation

“The integration of electric aircraft into the national airspace will require a comprehensive, collaborative approach. We're excited to partner with Joby to help develop the necessary infrastructure and systems to support this new era of aviation.”

— Sarah Thompson, CEO of Air Space Intelligence

What’s next

Joby and Air Space Intelligence plan to work closely with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other regulatory bodies to ensure their efforts align with the evolving policy landscape for urban air mobility.

The takeaway

This partnership between Joby and Air Space Intelligence represents a significant step forward in preparing the US airspace for the widespread adoption of electric aircraft, paving the way for more sustainable and accessible air travel options in the years to come.