美国：PANYNJ & Joby完成首次eVTOL飞机演示飞行

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and Joby Aviation have announced the completion of the first point-to-point electrical vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft demonstration flights at Port Authority airports. The tests saw a Joby aircraft operate between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and several sites across the city’s existing heliport network, including the Downtown Skyport and the West 30th Street and East 34th Street heliports in Midtown. These marked the first official point-to-point demonstrations at Port Authority airports © Joby Aviation Supported by Tru Weather, which provided operational weather intelligence, and monitored by NUAIR, which supplied live tracking support to ensure safe integration into the region’s airspace; the completion of the demonstration flights marks a milestone for the Port Authority’s commitment to safety and innovation by advancing next-generation transportation solutions, building on the agency’s aggressive agenda to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. It also follows the agency’s 2025 partnership with BETA Technologies on the first all-electric passenger aircraft flight to land at a Port Authority airport, as well as its election earlier this year for the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) first-of-its-kind electric aircraft integration pilot programme. Port Authority Chairman Kevin O’Toole, said: The bridges, tunnels, airports, and rail lines that the Port Authority operates move hundreds of millions of people through this region every year, and our job is to make sure that network keeps pace with the future. This cutting-edge aircraft is exactly the kind of innovation we have a responsibility to demonstrate, understand, and help shape for the good of the region and the public. These flights advance our work to determine how next-generation aviation technology can serve the people of New York and New Jersey. The demonstration was carried out under a request for innovation issued by the Port Authority in December 2023, which saw the agency invite leading aerospace companies to demonstrate next-generation aircraft at its facilities with the overall goal of better understanding their capabilities, infrastructure requirements, and potential applications in the New York-New Jersey region. Additionally, the agency is seeking private partners to design, build and operate a new vertiport at LaGuardia Airport for eVTOL operations. The Port Authority is committed to the continued and safe exploration of Advanced Air Mobility’s feasibility and utility as the technology develops. Tags New Jersey New York United States Urban Air Mobility Products & Services Airport Operations Related News 23 Apr 2026 | Terminal Refurbished Terminal 8 Opens at New York JFK American Airlines has opened its redevelopment of Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). 23 Apr 2026 | Business American Airlines Rejects Speculation of Merger with United American Airlines has issued a statement confirming it is not engaged in any discussions regarding a potential merger with United Airlines. 22 Apr 2026 | Comment US: Why Labor Groups Warn Against Privatising TSA As Trump pushes TSA privatisation proposals, we take a look at the considered risks to airport security, staffing, and stability. 20 Apr 2026 | Terminal Norfolk International Airport Opens New Three Gate Expansion at Concourse A Norfolk International Airport (ORF) has celebrated the opening of a new three gate expansion of Concourse A. 17 Apr 2026 | Airport Operations FAA Announces Action Plan to Improve Performance at ORD This Summer The FAA has announced new action to prevent widespread flight delays at Chicago O'Hare International Airport this summer. 17 Apr 2026 | Business Leidos and Analogic to Consolidate Airport Security Screening Technology Leidos and Altaris have established a joint venture combining Leidos’ Security Enterprise Solutions (SES) with Altaris' Analogic. Get in touch Please fill in the contact form opposite. A member of the team will be in touch shortly.