Core Insights - Uber will integrate helicopter and seaplane rides into its app next year through a partnership with Joby Aviation, following Joby's acquisition of Blade for $125 million [1][2] Group 1: Partnership and Services - Uber users will be able to book Blade's helicopter and seaplane services, enhancing the existing offerings available in the New York City area [2] - Joby Aviation aims to leverage Blade's infrastructure and experience to launch its own air taxi service using eVTOL aircraft [4] Group 2: Financial and Investment Background - Joby Aviation went public via a SPAC deal in 2021, with its share price increasing by 5.4% after the announcement [3] - Uber has invested a total of $125 million in Joby Aviation, including a $75 million investment in 2020 and a $50 million investment during the Series C financing round [3] Group 3: Future Plans and Market Expansion - Joby plans to launch air taxi services globally, targeting cities such as Dubai, New York, Los Angeles, the UK, and Japan, with aircraft capable of carrying four passengers and a pilot at speeds up to 200 miles per hour [4] Group 4: Blade's Operations and Revenue - Blade transported over 50,000 passengers in 2024, but 60% of its revenue came from its medical service, which was not acquired by Joby and remains a separate entity rebranded as Strata Critical Medical [5]