HEXaFLITE® Flying Theater

HEXaFLITE®:
Single Platform 6-DOF Flying Theater System

Experience the authentic sensation of flight with the HEXaFLITE® Flying Theater. Our single-platform system combines high-performance motion with a spectacular show reveal and efficient high-throughput operation to create unforgettable cinematic adventures.

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Product Description

HEXaFLITE® is Simtec’s single-platform 6-DOF flying theater system for authentic flight experiences — combining floor-level boarding, a dramatic show reveal, and efficient attraction operation.

Instead of relying on complex multi-level loading structures, HEXaFLITE® allows guests to board at one level before the entire motion platform takes over: moving from the horizontal loading position into the flying theater position and turning the transition from boarding to lift-off into part of the cinematic experience.

Once in the flying theater position, the attraction changes perspective completely. Feet hang free, the screen fills the field of view, and the synchronized motion, media, and special effects work together to create the sensation of moving through the cinematic world — not simply watching it from a moving seat.

Floor-Level Boarding

Single-level loading allows guests to board at floor level while the platform is in its horizontal loading position—without massive staircases or complex multi-level boarding structures.

Lift & Tilt Show Reveal

From the horizontal loading position, the entire platform tilts into the vertical flying theater position. The transition is not just mechanics — it becomes the first show moment.

Single-Platform Design

Because the best spot in a flying theater belongs to the passengers. One unified motion platform keeps the audience aligned with the heart of the dome or LED screen, giving passengers the best possible views while reducing staffing complexity and supporting high hourly throughput.

More Than Soaring

HEXaFLITE® does more than gentle soaring. Surge, sway, heave, roll, pitch, and yaw are synchronized with media and effects to create a physically believable sensation of flight.

The Screen Becomes the Sky

The screen is not just in front of the audience. The dome screen fills the riders’ field of view and helps turn the cinematic world into the space guests fly through.

The Engineering Behind the HEXaFLITE Experience

The HEXaFLITE® is built on a high-performance 6-DOF motion platform that replicates real flight dynamics across six axes—surge, sway, heave, roll, pitch, and yaw. Our engineering approach prioritizes “Motion Texture,” using refined patterns derived from certified simulation to enhance the narrative while maintaining guest comfort.

The system’s hallmark is its single-level, floor-level boarding, which eliminates complex building architecture and ensures barrier-free access for all guests. During the show reveal, the entire platform performs a dynamic “tilt and launch,” placing every passenger in the ideal viewing zone of the screen for a completely unobstructed and individual experience.

The same logic improves operation. One motion platform means one clear boarding process, one entry, one exit and one unified guest flow — instead of coordinating multiple units across different levels. The result is a flying theater concept designed not only for immersion, but also for efficient staffing, high throughput, and clearer building integration.

At the core of HEXaFLITE® is high-performance 6-DOF motion. Drawing on Simtec’s background in professional flight simulation, surge, sway, heave, roll, pitch, and yaw are synchronized with media, sound, and special effects — not to move harder or faster, but to shape rhythm, transitions, and flight cues into motion that feels connected to the cinematic world.

Custom-Engineered for Your Vision and Venue

HEXaFLITE® is Simtec’s proven flying theater platform, configured around each client’s unique concept and specific project requirements. Our engineering team works closely with creative and technical stakeholders to ensure that the system is precisely matched to the designated location, whether as an anchor attraction in a new theme park or a retrofit within an existing building.

By analyzing spatial constraints and building geometries early in the consulting phase, Simtec develops a HEXaFLITE® configuration that makes the best possible use of the available space. Screen size, viewing geometry and platform capacity are carefully balanced to create a strong immersive experience within the architectural constraints of the venue. Special effects are tailored to the film and the overall creative concept, supporting a technically coherent attraction setup and efficient building integration.

For clients seeking a complete solution, Simtec can deliver HEXaFLITE® as a turnkey attraction with a fully integrated AV and show package. This can include a projection-based or LED dome, immersive surround sound, media servers, show control, and film production through selected partners. Simtec coordinates these elements as one coherent attraction system and provides installation, commissioning, as well as operator and maintenance training on site.

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HEXaFLITE® Flying Theater Specifications

Technical specifications are adapted to the attraction concept, passenger capacity, motion system, media environment, safety requirements, and venue conditions.

Capacity & Operations

Passenger Capacity

Configurable for 20 to 80 passengers per ride cycle

Floor-Level Loading

Passengers board at one level while the platform is in its horizontal loading position

High-Troughput Operation

The single-platform concept supports efficient guest flow, reduced staffing complexity, and high hourly capacity

Motion Technology

Degrees of Freedom

High-performance 6-DOF motion across surge, sway, heave, roll, pitch, and yaw

Drive Technology

Hydraulic motion system engineered for large-scale flying theater applications

Motion Performance

Motion performance can be tailored to the attraction requirements

Motion Cueing & Motion Texture

Engineered for believable, comfortable, and media-synchronized flight motion, with motion profiles shaped around rhythm, transitions, and acceleration cues

Horizontal-to-Vertical Show Reveal

The platform moves from the horizontal loading position into the flying theater position, creating a dramatic launch sequence

Controls

Control Architecture

Developed in-house by Simtec using industrial PLC and safety control technology for ride automation, motion control, and system-wide synchronization

Real-Time Synchronization

Synchronizes motion, media, audio, special effects, and show systems with frame-accurate timing

Show Control Integration

Integrates into project-specific show control architectures

Operator Interfaces

Operator panels support ride operation, system monitoring, start/stop functions, reset procedures, and emergency handling

Attraction Integration

Media Environments

Designed for large-format dome screen environments using projection or LED technology

Seat-Integrated Special Effects

Wind, scent, and water mist can be integrated directly at the seat and synchronized with the show

Project-Specific Venue Integration

The installation can be adapted to spatial constraints, building geometry, screen configuration, and media technology

Turnkey Attraction Integration

HEXaFLITE® can be delivered as a complete turnkey attraction, integrating the motion system with a projection-based or LED dome, immersive audio, media servers, show control, and film production through selected partners

Safety, Accessibility & Reliability

International Ride Standards

Designed in accordance with international ride standards, including EN 13814, ASTM F2291, and GB 8408

Functional Safety

Integrated safety PLCs, certified safety functions, and redundant system architectures support safe attraction operation

Restraint Systems

Monitored over-the-shoulder restraints secure passengers throughout the complete ride cycle

Accessibility Concepts

The floor-level loading position supports accessible guest flow concepts and simplified boarding procedures

Long-Term Durability

Key structural components are engineered for 20+ years of operation under defined load and operating conditions

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Have an idea, a specific requirement or a challenging space to work with? Talk to us about your project. We will connect you with the right specialist at Simtec.

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The Best Trust Simtec

Simtec is proud to have provided products and services to world-famous brands and companies.

Your Expert Partner for Immersive Flight

Simtec is more than a manufacturer; we are a technology partner with over 35 years of engineering expertise. Our heritage in certified flight simulation ensures that every HEXaFLITE® system delivers natural, controlled, and physically credible motion. We take full system responsibility, from initial concept to lifecycle support, ensuring your attraction remains a safe and reliable anchor for your venue.

Award-winning Flying Theaters

Our award-winning HEXaFLITE® systems are recognized globally within the themed entertainment industry for redefining the boundaries of cinematic immersion through the application of highly innovative and sophisticated 6-DOF motion platform technology.

Extensive customizing options

We offer an extensive range of sophisticated customizing options that allow operators to perfectly tailor their theater installations with advanced 2D or 3D dome projection, high-brightness LED screens, and a fully integrated suite of seat-specific sensory effects like wind, scent, and water mist.

Presence on 3 continents and on-site maintenance

Simtec maintains a robust global presence across three continents with wholly owned subsidiaries in Germany, the USA, and China, allowing our specialized engineering teams in Orlando and Wuhan to provide rapid, high-quality on-site maintenance and comprehensive technical service throughout the entire lifecycle of the attraction.

German Innovation in Motion

Rooted in the philosophy of “German Innovation in Motion,” our precision-engineered systems are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards to ensure a structural lifetime of at least 20 years and continuous operational excellence in the most demanding venues.

Testimonial

“The balance of engineering expertise and creativity is what makes Simtec unique.”

Hengsheng Fu

Guangzhou Chimelong Group Co., Ltd.

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Simtec HEXaFLITE®:
World-Class Flying Theater Engineering

Authentic Motion Dynamics and Cinematic Immersion

Simtec Systems is a premier amusement ride manufacturer specializing in the HEXaFLITE® flying theater system. Unlike simple soaring attractions, our 6-DOF motion platform delivers true flight dynamics—surge, sway, heave, pitch, roll, and yaw. Developed with expertise from certified flight simulation, our systems provide physically credible motion that places every passenger in the “best seat” in front of an immersive dome theater. Every detail, from the spectacular “tilt and launch” reveal to the frame-accurate synchronization with media servers, is engineered for maximum guest impact and emotional storytelling.

Safety, Efficiency, and Global Lifecycle Responsibility

We prioritize long-term reliability and operational safety, engineering our steel structures for a lifetime of 20+ years. The HEXaFLITE® series is designed for high throughput and efficiency, utilizing a unique single-level loading concept that simplifies building architecture and ensures total accessibility. Compliant with EN 13814 and GB 8408 standards, our systems are trusted by leading parks worldwide. With subsidiaries on three continents, Simtec provides comprehensive support throughout the entire system lifecycle, from custom attraction engineering to maintenance and remote diagnostics.

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