05/02/2026
NYC's first electric air taxi flight just changed everything for small airports and their neighbors.
On April 28, 2026, Joby Aviation and the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey completed the city's first point-to-point eVTOL demonstration, flying emission-free from JFK to Downtown Manhattan.
For regional airports like East Hampton (KJPX), this technology couldn't come at a better time. Joby's aircraft is 100 times quieter than a conventional helicopter, virtually silent from the ground. That's not just good for passengers. That's a game changer for the communities surrounding airports that have long struggled to balance access with quality of life.
Short runways, proximity to major cities, and noise-sensitive neighborhoods make airports like KJPX ideal candidates for the eVTOL revolution. Connecting the Hamptons to Manhattan in minutes, without the noise, without the emissions, and without the traffic.
We were on the ground for this historic flight. The conversation about the future of regional aviation just got a lot quieter. 🤫⚡
