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SkyDrive demonstrates an experimental "flying car" in August 2020. (Photo courtesy of SkyDrive)

NARUSHI NAKAI, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Former employees of Japan's major manufacturers are increasingly making their presence felt as CTOs at the country's aerospace startups.

These individuals have brought the know-how and experience they acquired at their former employers to help solve issues, speeding up time-consuming processes that require advanced technology. They not only help ensure safety, quality and cost reduction, but demonstrate great skills in their companies' management and sometimes even hiring.

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