Virgin Atlantic has partnered with Joby Aviation to introduce an air taxi service in the UK, using Joby's innovative electric aircraft that can travel up to 200mph and 150 miles on a charge. Customers will book seats via Virgin Atlantic's platforms, awaiting regulatory milestones. The initiative aims for rapid urban transport between major locations, with comparable pricing to current premium ridesharing. As industry interest grows, challenges in regulation and infrastructure planning persist, but initial investments from major airlines signal confidence in this emerging transportation sector.
Virgin Atlantic partners with Joby Aviation to introduce an air taxi service in the UK, utilizing Joby's innovative all-electric aircraft for urban travel.
Joby's electric aircraft can take off vertically and reach speeds of 200mph, aiming to offer quick, quiet transportation for travelers.
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