Aerospace Science Camp

The Center for Science and Culture in Incheon (Director: Ki-soon Han, Professor of Creative Human Resource Development at Incheon National University) announced that it successfully held a science camp under the theme “From Incheon to Space” on October 18 at Incheon International Airport and the Incheon Airport Aviation Training Center. The event was organized by the Center for Science and Culture in Incheon and the INU Science Classroom, in collaboration with Subong Library.

The program was attended by around 40 local children and youth. The 2025 On-site Science Camp was part of a public initiative organized by the Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Creativity (KOFAC) to promote a “culture of sharing and inclusivity in science and technology.” It aimed to provide students from underrepresented regions and groups with opportunities to experience scientific culture, helping to bridge the gap in science education and build a social foundation where everyone can share the joy and value of science.

Aerospace Science Camp – Incheon International Airport Tour

The camp began with a tour of Incheon International Airport, where participants learned about the history and operational systems of the airport and observed aircraft takeoffs and landings to better understand the principles of aviation science. The following session, held at the Incheon Airport Aviation Training Center, featured project-based learning (PBL) activities such as “Flying a Rubber-powered Airplane,” “Baggage Collection Using Entry Coding,” and “Designing My Imaginary Future Airport.”

Through team-based activities, students demonstrated both scientific thinking and creativity, showing particular enthusiasm for the integrated program combining coding and aviation practice. One participant shared, “Seeing the airplane I built actually fly made me feel like a real scientist.”

The event went beyond a simple field trip, offering students an opportunity to grasp the meaning of science in everyday life and to nurture dreams related to the future aerospace industry. By centering the program around Incheon International Airport, one of the region’s leading science and technology hubs, students gained firsthand experience of advanced aviation technologies and a deeper appreciation for the value and potential of science and technology.

Ki-soon Han, Director of the Center for Science and Culture in Incheon, stated, “This science camp for underprivileged children provided a hands-on learning environment where students could explore and experience science in a real-world setting like the airport. We will continue to develop this program so that children can learn science in their daily lives and build the ability to imagine the future.”