Korean Air has achieved a significant milestone by delivering its 5,000th Sharklet for the Airbus A320 family. The Sharklet, an L-shaped wingtip device, enhances fuel efficiency and reduces carbon emissions. This achievement underscores Korean Air's engineering prowess and its integral role in the global aerospace industry.
The milestone was celebrated with a ceremony on 23 April at Korean Air's Busan Tech Centre, where attendees toured the aerostructure manufacturing and maintenance facilities. The event also honoured 15 partner companies for their contributions to the Sharklet programme. Jong Seok Yoo, Executive Vice President and Chief Safety and Operating Officer at Korean Air, stated, "This milestone reflects Korean Air’s engineering excellence and long-standing partnership with Airbus."
Korean Air was appointed as the sole manufacturer for the A320 Sharklet programme in 2010 after a competitive bidding process. Since the first delivery in July 2012, the airline has utilised its Auto Moving Line system to produce over 50 units monthly.
Korean Air Aerospace, a leader in aerospace technology, operates from its Busan Tech Centre and Daejeon Research & Development Centre. The division focuses on aircraft structure design and manufacturing, military aircraft maintenance and upgrades, and the development of advanced unmanned aerial vehicles and space technologies. With a 57-year history, Korean Air continues to drive innovation in aerospace mobility and defence systems
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