Joby Aviation Inc. has announced a partnership with Metropolis Technologies, Inc. to develop 25 vertiport sites across the United States. The collaboration will utilize Metropolis' extensive network of parking locations and AI-based recognition technology to create mobility hubs that integrate Joby’s electric air taxi service with existing ground transportation infrastructure. The partnership aims to deliver seamless connectivity for passengers, with Metropolis providing services such as biometrics, computer vision, and baggage handling to enhance the traveler experience. Initially, Metropolis will bring its Bags VIP service to Joby’s Blade Urban Air Mobility platform in the New York City area, streamlining baggage logistics for air taxi passengers.