Sora Aviation, the UK-based developer of the 30-seat S-1 eVTOL aircraft, has secured a pre-order for 20 aircraft from Moviation, a leading Korean helicopter operator.

​

Sora and Moviation also signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly explore the deployment of the S-1 aircraft in South Korea, beginning with three key routes:

​

• Jamsil Heliport to Incheon Airport

• Yeouido financial district to Incheon Airport

• Jamsil Heliport to Sejong City, Korea’s planned administrative capital

​

Moviation currently operates Jamsil Heliport, a critical hub for air mobility in Seoul, making it an ideal launch point for future S-1 operations in Seoul.

​

South Korea presents a prime opportunity for eVTOL adoption with dense urban centres and strong government support for urban air mobility. The S-1's high passenger capacity and lower cost per seat make it an ideal solution for the Korean market, offering a fast, affordable and sustainable solution to heavy road traffic congestion.

​

“We are thrilled to partner with Moviation to bring efficient, scalable eVTOL services to South Korea,” said Furqan, CEO of Sora Aviation. “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, positioning both companies at the forefront of future air mobility.

​

Moviation CEO Min Shin added, “As South Korea accelerates its transition to urban air mobility, we see the S-1 as a game-changer. 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”.

​

About Sora Aviation

​

Sora Aviation is developing the S-1: a 30-seat eVTOL aircraft designed for affordable, accessible and sustainable air mobility.

​

For media inquiries, please contact: hello@soraaviation.com  

​

Website: www.soraaviation.com

​

About Moviation

​

Moviation is a leading Korean helicopter operator specializing in premium air mobility services. The company operates Jamsil Heliport, a key hub for urban aviation in Seoul, and is expanding into next-generation UAM by integrating eVTOL aircraft into its fleet. Moviation is committed to sustainable, scalable air transport solutions, providing efficient, cost-effective alternatives to traditional urban transportation.

​

For media inquiries, please contact: hyun@moviationair.com

​

Website: www.moviationair.com