Korean Air and Delta Air Lines employees demonstrated their commitment to community service by collaborating on a home-building project in Cheonan, Chungcheongnam Province, South Korea. The initiative, which took place on August 14, 2024, saw a dedicated team of 33 employees, 23 from Korean Air and 10 from Delta, working alongside Habitat for Humanity Korea to provide essential housing for local families.
Despite the intense summer heat, the employees tackled various construction tasks, from laying bricks to roofing and carpentry. Their combined efforts showcased the robust partnership between the two airlines, extending their collaboration beyond business into meaningful 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.”
June Kim, Delta Air Lines Senior Marketing Coordinator, echoed Jeong’s sentiments, stating, “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.”
Korean Air’s collaboration with Habitat for Humanity Korea began in 2001, initially providing financial support for construction costs. By 2004, the airline’s employees started to actively participate in home-building projects. Over the last two decades, nearly 800 Korean Air employees have contributed to building 18 homes throughout Korea.
Since establishing their transpacific joint venture in 2018, Korean Air and Delta Air Lines have partnered on various community service initiatives, extending their reach beyond South Korea. These initiatives include Habitat for Humanity home-building projects in the Philippines and Los Angeles, Korean Air’s annual tree planting event in Baganuur, Mongolia, a Han River cleanup in Seoul, and a beach cleanup in Santa Monica, Los Angeles.
These collaborative efforts highlight the airlines’ mutual dedication to driving positive change in the communities they serve. By working together, Korean Air and Delta Air Lines demonstrate their commitment to building a better world, one project at a time.
