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    Earnings call· Dec 2025(Q4 FY25)

    Joby Aviation Q4 FY25 earnings call JOBY

    Feb 25, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Joby Aviation Q4 FY25 — Certification Progress and Manufacturing Scale-Up

    Joby Aviation is at a key inflection point, transitioning from development to commercialization with significant strides in FAA certification and manufacturing scale-up. The company has bolstered its capital position and expanded its production footprint to meet anticipated demand, preparing for initial passenger flights in Dubai and potential U.S. commercialization through the eIPP program in 2026. Strategic partnerships continue to deepen, reinforcing its market entry strategy.

    Highlights

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    • Achieved a record 18-point increase in the FAA's Stage 4 certification process.

    • Raised approximately $1.8 billion in net proceeds across Q4 FY25 and Q1 FY26, significantly strengthening the balance sheet.

    • The first FAA conforming aircraft is ready to fly, with all aircraft for TIA testing currently in production.

    • Acquired a 728,000 sq ft production facility in Dayton, Ohio, to support plans to double production to 4 aircraft per month by 2027.

    • Signed a letter of intent to sell aircraft and services valued at up to $250 million to Kazakhstan.

    Concerns

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    • Adjusted EBITDA loss increased to $154 million in Q4 FY25, up from $133 million in Q3 FY25.

    • Reported a GAAP net loss of $122 million in Q4 FY25, despite a $302 million non-cash warrant and earn-out revaluation gain.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Production rate
    4 aircraft per month
    high materiality
    High
    Cash usage (excluding Ohio building purchase)
    $340 million to $370 million
    high materiality
    High
    Total revenue
    $105 million to $150 million
    high materiality
    High

    Segment performance

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    SegmentRevenueYoYQoQMargin
    Blade Passenger Business
    The Blade portion of Q4 revenue was $21 million. The business is highly seasonal, with revenue typically peaking in Q3 during summer months, where Q2 and Q3 combined represent 60-65% of annual revenue.
    Revenue contribution to total Q4: $21 millionHistorical Q2+Q3 revenue mix: 60-65% of total annual revenue
    		$21 million———

    Operational metrics

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    Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments
    $1.4 billion
    Q4 2025

    Totaling $1.4 billion at the end of Q4 2025, including $586 million raised through the quarter.

    Net proceeds from financing
    $1.8 billion
    Q4 2025 and Q1 2026

    Raised approximately $1.8 billion in net proceeds across Q4 2025 and Q1 2026, with $1.2 billion completed after Q4 end.

    Use of cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments
    $157 millioncompared to $147 million in Q3
    Q4 2025

    The $10 million increase was primarily driven by continued investment in certification and manufacturing readiness, market development, and working capital movements.

    Use of cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments
    $539 millionwithin our full year guidance
    FY 2025

    Full year 2025 cash usage included the impact of the Blade acquisition and integration costs.

    Net loss (GAAP)
    $122 million$280 million improvement compared to $401 million net loss in Q3
    Q4 2025

    The improvement was largely due to a noncash warrant and earn-out revaluation.

    Total revenue
    $31 million$8 million increase from Q3
    Q4 2025

    Revenue increased due to a full quarter of Blade revenue and a one-time demonstration flight revenue.

    Total operating expenses
    $238 millioncompared to $204 million in Q3
    Q4 2025

    Increase driven by investments in certification, manufacturing, and Blade operations.

    Adjusted EBITDA loss
    $154 millioncompared to a loss of $133 million in the third quarter
    Q4 2025

    Sequential change reflects revenue and expense dynamics.

    Production target
    4 aircraft per monthdouble production
    FY27

    Target production rate to be achieved by 2027, supported by the new Dayton facility.

    FAA Stage 4 certification progress
    18-point increaserecord increase
    Q4 2025

    Achieved a record increase in the FAA side of Stage 4 certification.

    Property and equipment investment
    $40 million
    Q4 2025

    Investment in manufacturing infrastructure and a critical flight simulator.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Loyalty co brand—
    Demand indicators—

    Orderbook & backlog

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    Letter of Intent for Aircraft and Servicesup to $250 millionQ4 2025

    Agreement with Kazakhstan for the sale of aircraft and services.

    Product announcements

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    ProductTypeDetails
    Hybrid turbine electric autonomous VTOL aircraftlaunch

    Deals & partnerships

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    Red Sea Global and The Helicopter Company (PIF-backed)Establish a test zone for pre-commercial operations in Saudi Arabia.

    Signed an MOU to establish a test zone for pre-commercial operations in Saudi Arabia.

    KazakhstanLetter of intent to sell aircraft and services.up to $250 million

    Signed a letter of intent for the sale of aircraft and services.

    MetropolisDevelop 25 Vertiport sites.

    Agreement to develop 25 vertiport sites, leveraging Metropolis's nearly 5,000 parking garages across the U.S., many in eIPP markets.

    Delta AirlinesDeepening partnership, exercise of warrants.

    Met a key warrant milestone on the road to commercialization, after which Delta exercised the first tranche of their warrants as part of the deepening partnership.

    UberIntegration of Joby air taxi booking into Uber app.

    Debuted the Joby Uber in-app experience, showcasing how riders will be able to seamlessly book a Joby air taxi using the Uber app, building on last year's announcement that Blade service will also be integrated.

    ToyotaStrategic manufacturing alliance.

    Continuing to plan for a strategic manufacturing alliance with Toyota as the company looks ahead to scaling production, redesigning facilities based on Toyota Production System principles.

    L3HarrisDevelopment of hybrid turbine autonomous VTOL aircraft for defense customers.

    Announced the concept and partnership, leading to the first flight of the demonstrator aircraft just three months later, integrating a hybrid turbine powertrain and Superpilot autonomy stack.

    Nomura-led real estate consortiumWorking to bring air taxis to Tokyo.

    Confirmed participation in a Nomura-led real estate consortium that is working to bring air taxis to Tokyo.

    Capital programs

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    Dayton Production Facilityacquired
    Period spend: $33 million
    Start: January 2026

    Benefit: 728,000 square foot production facility; support plans to double production to 4 aircraft per month in 2027

    Agreement to purchase a 728,000 square foot production facility in Dayton, Ohio, to complement California growth and scale production.

    FAA Qualified Flight Simulatordeveloped
    Period spend: $3 million
    Start: 2022

    Benefit: First fully conforming FAA qualified flight simulator; mandatory component of certification in Part 135 approval; enables pilot training and future revenue generation.

    Investment in the first FAA qualified flight simulator, developed in partnership with CAE, which is mandatory for certification and revenue generation. A second full motion simulator is planned for later in 2026.

    What to watch in Q1 FY26

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    FAA pilot flight testing

    later this year
    Currentfirst FAA conforming aircraft is now ready to fly
    TargetFAA pilots flying our aircraft

    Why it matters

    This is a critical step in the final stage of type certification, directly impacting the timeline for commercial operations.

    It sets us up to focus on the fifth and final stage of the type certification process as we look ahead to FAA pilots flying our aircraft later this year.

    Q&A highlights

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    Seeking clarification on the breakdown of the FY26 revenue guidance, specifically the contribution from Blade and expected quarterly seasonality.

    Rodrigo Brumana confirmed that the majority of the FY26 revenue guidance is from Blade, and the business is highly seasonal, with Q2 and Q3 historically accounting for 60-65% of annual revenue.

    “Yes, mostly Blade, like I said in the prepared remarks. And in terms of seasonality, it will peak during the summer months, particularly in Q3. One way to think about it, when you look at historically, Q2 plus Q3 together will be typically around 60% to 65% of the revenue mix.”

    asked by Anand Balaji (Cantor Fitzgerald) · answered by Rodrigo Brumana

    2 min read5 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

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    Certification and Flight Testing Momentum

    Joby Aviation achieved a record 18-point increase in the FAA's Stage 4 certification process, demonstrating the maturity of its design and the FAA's commitment to eVTOLs. The first FAA conforming aircraft is ready for flight, and all aircraft for TIA testing are in production, marking a significant milestone towards the final Stage 5 and FAA pilot flights later in 2026. This progress is underpinned by extensive component and system-level ground testing, which is crucial for certification.

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    Global Market Entry and Demand

    The company is preparing for initial passenger operations in Dubai in 2026, leveraging its 6-year exclusive access and a network of four initial vertiport nodes, two of which are nearing completion. In the U.S., the eVTOL Integrated Pilot Program (eIPP) championed by the White House is expected to select up to five locations for commercial cargo, medical, and potentially passenger operations in 2026, generating significant interest in key markets like Ohio, Florida, and Texas.

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    Manufacturing Scale-Up and Expansion

    To meet anticipated demand, Joby is scaling manufacturing, acquiring a 728,000 square foot production facility in Dayton, Ohio. This facility will complement existing California operations and support plans to double production to four aircraft per month by 2027. The company is redesigning its assembly footprint and production processes to align with Toyota Production System principles, aiming for a nearly 50% reduction in the movement of people and parts to improve efficiency.

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    Strategic Partnerships and Capital Strength

    Joby raised approximately $1.8 billion in net proceeds across Q4 FY25 and Q1 FY26, bolstering its balance sheet with support from existing and new investors, including Baillie Gifford and Morgan Stanley Investment Management. Key partnerships with Delta Airlines (exercising warrants), Uber (integrating Joby air taxi booking), and Toyota (manufacturing alliance) continue to deepen, reinforcing the company's commercialization strategy and market reach.

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    Air Traffic Control Modernization and Dual-Use Technology

    The company is actively involved in advocating for next-generation air traffic control systems, leveraging bipartisan support and a $12.5 billion allocation to maximize airspace utility and safety. eVTOLs are seen as ideal test grounds for these new ATC concepts. Additionally, Joby is developing a hybrid autonomous variant of its S4 aircraft for defense customers, with flight testing underway and on-site demonstrations planned for 2026, highlighting the dual-use potential of its technology for military and medical applications.

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