Research on the Path of Low-altitude Economy Boosting the High-quality Development of the Sports Industry and Sports Education

Abstract

The low-altitude economy is an emerging economic form that relies on low-altitude airspace, centered around various flight activities of manned and unmanned aircraft, and promotes cross-sector integration and innovation. With technological advancements and policy support, the low-altitude economy is rapidly penetrating the sports industry and sports education, creating new opportunities for their high-quality development. This paper systematically explores the mechanisms of the low-altitude economy in event organization, spectator experience, educational reform, and talent development, using methods including a literature review, questionnaire surveys, in-depth interviews, and case analysis. The results show that, through emerging aviation sports such as drone racing, the low-altitude economy has expanded the format and business model of sports events, enhanced the interactivity and viewing experience of events, and promoted the deep integration of sports with industries such as science and technology, culture, and tourism. In education, the low-altitude economy has promoted the renewal of curriculum content and teaching methods, infusing sports education with new elements of intelligence, practical application, and interdisciplinary approaches, thereby promoting the cultivation of multidisciplinary sports talents. However, the study also found that universities currently have shortcomings in relevant curriculum design, faculty development, and practical platforms, and the education system's responsiveness to industry needs remains lagging. Furthermore, technical stability, airspace safety management, and industry standards systems need to be improved. A comprehensive analysis shows that policy guidance, technological innovation, educational reform, and industrial collaboration are key pathways to achieving high-quality development of the low-altitude economy in support of the sports industry and sports education. Based on this, this article proposes strengthening policy support and airspace governance, promoting collaboration between businesses and universities, building an industry-education integration platform, and improving the matching of educational resources with industry needs, thereby achieving the coordinated development of the low-altitude economy, the sports industry, and sports education.