Joby Aviation has started manufacturing propeller blades at its Dayton, Ohio facility, marking the first in‑house production of a critical FAA‑conforming component for its electric vertical take‑off and landing aircraft.
The new line produces five blades per propeller and 30 blades per aircraft, with a projected annual capacity of 15,000 blades. Blades are expected to be FAA‑conforming by November 2025 and will be installed on flight‑test aircraft in 2026.
The Dayton facility is positioned to support the company’s long‑term goal of producing up to 500 aircraft per year. The move reduces dependence on external suppliers, tightens quality control, and aligns with Joby’s vertically integrated strategy.
Joby’s progress in FAA certification, currently in Stage 4, and its planned commercial launch in Dubai and the United States in early 2026 underscore the strategic importance of in‑house blade production. The company’s substantial cash reserves support this expansion, although it remains unprofitable as it invests heavily in research, development, and production scaling.
Strategic partnerships with Toyota, Delta Air Lines, Uber, and the U.S. Department of Defense complement Joby’s manufacturing capabilities and help accelerate its path to commercial operations.
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