In a strong demonstration of their commitment to community service, employees from Korean Air and Delta Air Lines joined forces on August 14 to participate in a home building project in Cheonan, Chungcheongnam Province. The initiative, conducted in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Korea, aimed to provide much-needed housing for local families.
A dedicated team of 33 employees – 23 from Korean Air and 10 from Delta – worked together on various construction tasks, despite the sweltering summer heat. From brick-laying to roofing and carpentry, the collaborative effort exemplified the strong partnership between the two airlines extending beyond business operations into community service.
“Working alongside our Delta colleagues in such challenging conditions made the experience even more rewarding,” said Kamin Jeong, Corporate Communications Manager at Korean Air. “Knowing that our efforts will help provide new homes for families within the community is incredibly fulfilling.”
“I am delighted to be part of this meaningful event. The joint venture provides us with the opportunity to extend beyond business and serve our community together. This experience motivates me to continue and contribute even more to the community, ” said June Kim, Delta Air Lines Senior Marketing Coordinator.
Korean Air’s partnership with Habitat for Humanity Korea dates back to 2001, initially focusing on financial support for building costs. In 2004, the airline’s employees began participating directly in home building projects. Over the past two decades, approximately 800 Korean Air employees have contributed to the construction of 18 homes across Korea.
Since launching their transpacific joint venture in 2018, Korean Air and Delta Air Lines have collaborated on numerous community service projects including Habitat for Humanity home building initiatives in the Philippines and in Los Angeles; Korean Air’s annual tree planting project in Baganuur, Mongolia; a Han River clean up in Seoul; and a Santa Monica beach clean up in Los Angeles. These joint efforts highlight the airlines’ shared commitment to fostering positive change in the communities they serve.
