It's hard to imagine a destination as keen on innovation as the South Korea stay away from such a field of possibilities. The urban air mobility (UAM) mobilises energies - and investments - within the airlines and airports around the world. And Korean Air is also taking a stand on the issue of flying taxis. The ambitions of the Korean company were unveiled on April 30th last. They will take shape in 2027 with the construction of a brand new research and development centre (R&D) dedicated to aviation safety and the urban air mobility (UAM). This will amount to Bucheonbetween Seoul and Incheon. He has to make them". a strategic hub for the mobility of the future and aerospace innovation in Korea ".
The future centre built by Korean Air is due to open its doors on the horizon 2030. According to those in charge of the project, it will then occupy a surface area of more than 65,800 m²This is the equivalent of ten football pitches. According to the information unveiled on 30 April, the future Bucheon site will house three major centres: a drone research centre, a flight training centre and a safety experience centre.
" This project is much more than just a piece of equipment: it's a launch pad for the future of aviation in Europe. Korea "says the spokesman for Korean Air. " Through bold investments in research, training and technology, we are laying the foundations for a new era in air mobility, reaffirming our commitment to safety, sustainability and global connectivity. ".
