Joby Aviation has announced its purchase of Blade Air Mobility's urban air taxi business for up to $125 million, as reported by Axios , marking a significant step toward replacing traditional helicopters with quieter electric air taxis for medical transportation. This acquisition gives Joby immediate access to a loyal customer base and existing infrastructure, helping the company avoid the high costs of building new landing spots and finding new customers from scratch.
The deal represents the next chapter in aviation technology, where electric air taxis will allow passengers to fly quietly over traffic jams when traveling to airports or across busy cities. Companies like Joby and Archer Aviation are working hard to get approval from aviation authorities for their new electri