Joby Aviation is partnering with Virgin Atlantic to launch electric air taxis in the U.K., marking the seventh country in which the startup hopes to one

As of 2025, "Beauty Queen" holds the distinction of being Virgin Atlantic's oldest active aircraft, having served the airline for well over a decade, per Planespotters.net. This aircraft – an Airbus A330-300 bearing the registration G-VSXY – has carried millions of passengers across continents and has remained a vital part of the airline’s long-haul operations.