Brew Markets Joby’s Flight Path to Air Taxi Approval & CLEAR’s Breakout Year
Feb 26, 2026
A deep dive into CLEAR’s post-bankruptcy comeback and its cash-first product push into healthcare. A look at Joby Aviation’s progress toward FAA certification and plans to scale air taxi service with Uber and international launches. Quick rundowns on corporate moves from eBay, Krispy Kreme, Celsius, and how NVIDIA’s blockbuster results still shook markets.
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Type Inspection Authority Marks Near Final Design
- Joby advanced to Type Inspection Authorization with FAA‑conforming aircraft in production and first TIA aircraft set to fly shortly.
- The regulatory milestone signals the design is near-final and is central to achieving commercial launch.
Big Cash Buffer But Slow Production Scale
- Joby reported $1.4 billion in cash plus a recent $1.2 billion raise and is buying a 700,000+ sq ft factory in Dayton to scale to four aircraft per month in 2027.
- The capital secures production runway but planned output remains very low.
Dubai Launch With Uber Integration
- Joby will launch commercial passenger flights in Dubai this year with Uber integration, offering door‑to‑door booking inside the Uber app.
- Flights carry up to four passengers with a certified commercial pilot, 200 mph top speed and ~100 mile range.