Santa Cruz aviation company launches air taxi ahead of schedule, teams up with NASA and the U.S. Air ForceSanta Cruz aviation company Joby on Monday became what is likely the first in the nation to deliver an air taxi designed for vertical takeoff and landing. Joby Aviation delivered the aircraft to the U.S. Air Force at Edward Air Force Base as part of a $131 million contract with the U.S. Department of Defense. The delivery came six months ahead of its promised date, Joby said in a press release. santa cruz restaurant week 2023 A second electric vertical takeoff and...