Core Viewpoint - The South Korean Aerospace Administration announced a development blueprint for domestic "advanced air mobility" vehicles, planning to invest over $500 million for military and civilian use in urban and regional transportation [1] Investment and Development Plans - The South Korean government plans to invest approximately 700 billion KRW (about $5.06 million) from 2027 to 2031 to develop a low-noise, eco-friendly aircraft capable of vertical or short-distance takeoff [1][1] - The proposed aircraft aims to serve various purposes, including emergency medical transport, crime prevention patrols, and disaster response, with the capability to travel from islands to the mainland within an hour [1][1] Market Potential and Global Context - The new aircraft development blueprint is part of South Korea's long-term goal to become one of the "top five aerospace powers" globally [1] - Several countries and regions are already investing in "advanced air mobility," with some media referring to these vehicles as "air taxis" [1] - Morgan Stanley predicts that the market size for such vehicles and related services will reach $1 trillion by 2040 [1]
【微特稿】韩国拟投资约5亿美元研发国产“先进空中交通工具”
Xin Hua She·2025-08-14 14:07