Joby Advances eVTOL Pilot Training With First Simulator Deliveries

Joby Aviation has received its first flight simulator as it ramps up pilot training ahead of planned commercial eVTOL operations.

Amelia Walsh

Wednesday, January 07, 2026 at 11:29 AM ET

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Joby Aviation has taken delivery of its first next-generation CAE flight simulator, a crucial step for training pilots for commercial eVTOL operations.
The high-fidelity simulator, soon to be installed at Joby's Marina facility, simulates realistic flight conditions; a second full-motion unit is expected later this year to support training for up to 250 pilots annually.
These "digital twin" simulators are vital for Joby's FAA certification process and for preparing pilots for the unique demands of high-volume urban air taxi services.

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On Tuesday, electric air taxi manufacturer, Joby Aviation, announced it has taken delivery of the first of two next-generation CAE flight simulators, a key step in preparing pilots for commercial eVTOL operations.

The first simulator is preparing for installation this month at Joby’s pilot training and manufacturing facility in Marina, California. A second unit—a full-motion simulator—is expected to arrive later this year. Together, the two devices are expected to support training for up to 250 pilots annually.

According to Joby, the simulators feature a wide 300-by-130-degree field of view with realistic urban visuals, along with sound, turbulence, vibration, and wind effects that reflect real-world flying.

Bonny Simi, Joby’s president of operations, said the delivery keeps the company on schedule as it works toward FAA certification.

“These high-fidelity simulators are designed to be a digital twin of our aircraft, providing us a means of compliance and a robust tool to help prepare our pilots for the unique demands of high-volume operations in urban environments,” Simi said.