Moviation currently operates Jamsil Heliport, a hub for air mobility in Seoul, making it an ideal launch point for future urban air mobility operations.
South Korean helicopter operator Moviation has pre-ordered 20 30-seater electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTol) aircraft from UK-based developer Sora Aviation.
Moviation currently operates Jamsil Heliport, a hub for air mobility in Seoul, making it an ideal launch point for future S-1 operations in Seoul.
The two organisations have also signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly explore the deployment of the S-1 aircraft in South Korea, beginning with three key routes:
“We are thrilled to partner with Moviation to bring efficient, scalable eVTol services to South Korea,” said Furqan, CEO of Sora Aviation, which is based in the UK city of Bristol.
“The S-1 is designed not just for efficiency, but also to ensure that urban air mobility is truly accessible to more people – not just a luxury service. This pre-order underscores the demand for higher capacity eVTols that can deliver equitable access to air mobility.”
Moviation aims to integrate the S-1 into its existing helicopter operations, increasing passenger capacity while significantly reducing per-seat costs. The partnership aligns with South Korea’s ambitious urban air mobility roadmap.
“The S-1 is designed not just for efficiency, but also to ensure that urban air mobility is truly accessible to more people – not just a luxury service”
“As South Korea accelerates its transition to urban air mobility, we see the S-1 as a game-changer,” said Moviation CEO Min Shin.
“Its larger capacity and lower operating costs per passenger compared to helicopters and smaller eVTols make it an ideal fit for high-demand routes like Jamsil to Incheon. This partnership is a crucial step toward making air mobility more accessible and practical for a wider range of passengers.”
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