Korean Air is making a bold move into the future of aviation with a massive investment of KRW 1.2 trillion (~$844 million) to build a state-of-the-art Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and Aviation Safety R&D Centre in Bucheon, South Korea 🛫🇰🇷. Spanning over 65,800 square meters—about the size of ten football fields—the facility will house more than 1,000 experts focusing on next-gen aerial technologies, pilot training, and safety innovation.
The center will feature three main components: a UAV Research Centre developing AI-driven drone tech 🤖, Asia’s largest Flight Training Centre with 30 simulators training up to 21,600 pilots annually 🎮✈️, and a Safety Experience Centre offering immersive safety training for staff and educational programs for the local community 🛡️📚. Construction is set to begin in 2027, with operations commencing in May 2030. This initiative positions Korean Air at the forefront of global aviation innovation, aligning with its mission of “Connecting for a Better World” 🌍
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