This aircraft has been quit fun to fly. I had to re-wire my thinking from flying helicopters to the Joby as the left controller manages speed vs a collective handling climbs/descends. I don’t think there is an AP but works well without it.
I think the issues with “engine malfunctions” happen if you start cold & dark. I’ve flown multiple legs after starting on the runway or helipad and no issues. This thing is definitely cool.