Evolution of Simtec Flying Theater Systems

Pioneering a New Era of Suspended Flight

What began as an ambitious vision to reinvent aerial attraction engineering has evolved into one of the industry’s most successful ride manufacturing legacies. In 2015, Simtec Systems achieved a major breakthrough by delivering one of its pioneering flying theater installations to the Liaoning Science & Technology Museum in Shenyang, China. Unlike conventional simulator rides that keep passengers seated in a standard static frame, this system smoothly lifts riders into a true suspended flying position. Powered by a heavy-duty 6-DOF motion base and synchronized with a spherical dome screen, the ride generates an extraordinarily realistic sensation of soaring and diving through virtual landscapes. This technical triumph marked the official turning point, transforming a groundbreaking engineering concept into a commercially proven flight simulation platform.

Scaling High-Capacity Attractions Worldwide

Building upon the success of early installations, Simtec accelerated its engineering development to create the large-scale HEXaFLITE® 72 system. Specifically engineered to meet the operational demands of high-throughput theme parks, the 72-seat configuration rapidly established Simtec as the premier manufacturer for high-capacity flight rides across Asia. Major flagship projects followed in rapid succession in key urban hubs, including Nanchang, Hefei, Harbin, Guangzhou, Wuxi, Chongqing, Kunming, Chengdu, Kaifeng, and Changsha. By expanding its manufacturing capabilities and standardizing its high-performance motion bases, Simtec allowed operators to deliver simultaneous flight thrills to millions of guests, proving that true flight simulation could be scaled seamlessly for mass entertainment destinations.

Establishing Global Leadership in Flight Simulation Systems

Today, with more than 20 flying theater systems operating across the globe, Simtec has firmly established itself as a premier global manufacturer of immersive attraction technology. From premier science museums to world-class theme parks, the brand represents the ultimate benchmark for flight simulation excellence. Built on German engineering precision, every unit integrates robust hydraulic and pneumatic drive systems, barrier-free loading solutions, and redundant safety architectures to guarantee maximum operational reliability. Simtec’s journey from a visionary concept to an international market leader highlights how relentless innovation, scaled manufacturing, and uncompromised lifecycle performance can transform a single product line into a dominant global success story.