Joby Aviation clears FAA Stage 4 airworthiness conformity review, one step from type certificate
[REGULATORY ACTION]Mar 28, 2026 · Joby Aviation · Joby S4 · Texas
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REGULATORY ACTION
Event Date
Mar 28, 2026
Primary Entity
Joby Aviation
Robotic Platform
Joby S4
Jurisdiction / Location
Texas
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
Joby Aviation completed FAA Stage 4 — the airworthiness conformity review — in late March 2026, reaching the most advanced US eVTOL certification position. Stage 5 (the Type Certificate itself) is the only remaining gate. Joby's first FAA-conforming aircraft took flight in March 2026, with FAA pilots expected to begin for-credit TIA flight testing later in 2026. Management targets commercial launch by end of 2026.
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Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://longyield.substack.com/p/the-last-gate-joby-aviation-clears
https://longyield.substack.com/p/the-last-gate-joby-aviation-clears
- Inspect Filing
https://www.jobyaviation.com/news/joby-s-first-faa-conforming-aircraft-takes-flight
https://www.jobyaviation.com/news/joby-s-first-faa-conforming-aircraft-takes-flight
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Joby Aviation clears FAA Stage 4 airworthiness conformity review, one step from type certificate?
Joby Aviation completed FAA Stage 4 — the airworthiness conformity review — in late March 2026, reaching the most advanced US eVTOL certification position. Stage 5 (the Type Certificate itself) is the only remaining gate. Joby's first FAA-conforming aircraft took flight in March 2026, with FAA pilots expected to begin for-credit TIA flight testing later in 2026. Management targets commercial launch by end of 2026.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on March 28, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Joby Aviation clears FAA Stage 4 airworthiness conformity review, one step from type certificate?
Joby S4 by Joby Aviation is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Texas.
Has anyone responded to Joby Aviation clears FAA Stage 4 airworthiness conformity review, one step from type certificate?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Joby Aviation clears FAA Stage 4 airworthiness conformity review, one step from type certificate?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.