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Environmental Management / Effect Management

Based on environmental management, Korean Air joins global efforts to conserve the world's environment and to take its role in social commitment.

Noise Control
As a part of ongoing efforts to reduce the aircraft noise pollution, Korean Air has retired older aircraft and introduced new fleet of the latest models. Furthermore, we have improved the aircraft operating method which includes clime to high altitude to reduce the exposure time after take-off and thrust cut-back method to reduce the noise exposure when flying over the residential area.
 
 
Air Pollution Control
Korean Air strives to reduce air pollution and save resources by improvement of fuel efficiency and development of new engine technology. In order to further reduce the air pollution, we are continuously replacing the ground vehicles used for maintenance with new ones through regular smog checks, and plan to replace 20% more vehicles in the near future.
 
 
Chemical Substances Control
In an effort to minimize environmental impact caused by chemical products used in aircraft maintenance and wastewater treatment, Korean Air has implemented procedures and guideliens relating to the handling of chemical products and has continuously carried out safety education/training for relevant personnel.
 
 
Fuel Management
Korean Air understands that fuel consumption is increasing with the rapid growth of aviation, and we are fully committed to fuel-saving management by establishing a company-wide task force with the assistance from responsible staff.
 
 
Environmental Activities
In accordance with the company's environmental policies, each business division is working to reduce the contaminant and to save resources through various activities. Efforts from each division contribute to the preservation of the environment as well as the increase of corporate profitability.
Development of detecting device to identify technical problem for fighter jet
Previously, to detect any problem with a fighter jet, its engine had to be restarted. The new detecting device doesn't require the restart of the engine, which contributes to fuel reduction saving. (Aerospace Division)
Development of Automatic coolant injector
Previously, the chemicals used to maintain the quality of cooling water for refrigeration equipment was manually put into. With the development of automatic coolant injectors, performance and efficiency of the refrigeration equipment has been improved. (In-flight Catering Division)
 
 
Safety
With the implementation of operation saftey evaluation system, Korean Air has made a foundation for safety and put safety first in operations at all time. With an aim at ensuring absolute saftey, Korean Air strives to enforce safety scheme through introducing an advanced safety system, upgrading equipments, emphasizing supervision, and etc.
 
 
Health & Hygiene
Korean Air continues to pursue improvement in hygiene and health for its officers and employees with the help of professional personnel and specialized systems. The company has made extra effort in the prevention of industrial accidents by evaluating and eliminating elements that prove detrimental in the workplace. Rehabilitation programs are in place to facilitate the early return to work of any employee injured at the workplace.