The partnership builds on an existing agreement between Joby and Delta Air Lines, which owns a 49% in Virgin Atlantic, to launch a service in the US and UK.
Through the partnership, Virgin Atlantic aims to offer zero-emission, short-range journeys across the UK, starting with regional and city connections from the carrier’s Manchester and Heathrow hubs.
Joby’s electric air taxi is designed to carry a pilot and up to four passengers at speeds of up to 200mph.
Journeys in the UK could include a 15-minute flight from Manchester airport to Leeds, or an 8-minute journey from Heathrow Airport to Canary Wharf, instead of 80 minutes by car.
