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Last Update2025-08-04
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Event Overview
The acquisition reflects strategic expansion in urban air mobility markets, leveraging existing infrastructure to accelerate operational scaling and regulatory readiness. This transaction highlights consolidation trends in emerging aerial transportation sectors, emphasizing market access and infrastructure integration as competitive priorities.
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Joby Aviation to Acquire Blade Air Mobility's Passenger Business for Up to $125 Million
Joby Aviation, an electric air taxi company, has announced it will acquire the passenger business of Blade Air Mobility for up to $125 million. The deal, reported across multiple headlines, marks a significant expansion for Joby Aviation, giving it greater access to urban air transportation markets such as New York City and additional global locations. The acquisition is part of Joby Aviation's strategic efforts to scale its air taxi operations and strengthen its presence ahead of receiving federal certification to carry passengers. Blade's ride-share helicopter services will be integrated with Joby's electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft operations. Immediate market reactions included a rally in both Blade and Joby stocks following the announcement. The purchase, valued at up to $125 million, underlines Joby’s commitment to advancing urban air mobility and positions the company as a leading player in the emerging flying taxi sector. No specific transaction date was disclosed in the available information.