Flying Theatres
FlyOver Iceland, Brogent
or story they intend to tell.” Simtec Systems’, Andreas Stickel tells Park
World: “After the huge success with our first generation of HEXaFLITE systems, Simtec has created the HEXaFLITE 2.0, which provides even more features and more opportunities for the creative development of media storyboards. Our new system is already able to use its 6DOF motion capabilities in the loading position. The result is the combination of a traditional open cabin simulator with a flying theatre. But that’s not all. The full 6 DOF motion is also continued throughout the whole tilt process. The first system of the new generation will be installed in the south of China, in the greater Macao area.” “We will soon be introducing DiveRide, an
underwater experience, and an outer space FlyRide, with uniquely distinctive seat designs and motion systems,” says Mike Frueh, SimEx-Iwerks Entertainment. “We’re thrilled to be working on 10 new FlyRide venues, with our next FlyRide opening soon in the USA. Two recent openings with world-class operators, at Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, and Beyond the Lens in Branson, Missouri, have proven great examples of the success of our partnership approach. And we’ll be making several announcements of new developments soon. Stay tuned!” “As is the case with most other suppliers in the
industry we have some ride openings that had been scheduled for 2020 now scheduled for 2021,” admits Stefan Rothaug, Brogent. “This puts us in the challenging, but unique position of now having 20 (!) rides in the US, Europe and Asia scheduled for an opening in 2021. Most are not officially announced yet, but we have new projects in all areas: theme park and standalone, as well as locations powered by legendary IPs. Projects already officially announced include:
Emmet’s Flying Adventure, Legoland California, USA; Emmet’s Flying Adventure, Legoland Billund, Denmark; Flying Theater Times Square, New York, USA and FlyOver Las Vegas, Las Vegas, USA, all
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LEGOLAND Florida, Brogent
of which were originally announced for 2020.” “We’re currently fabricating multiple Suspended
Theater systems for the different Katmandu Group projects in the pipeline,” says s Daryl White, Falcon’s Creative Group. “These will be the first in the marketplace to have multiple scenes, and the storyline is an actual storyline, featuring enchanting characters and a deep narrative. As a company which has roots in attraction design and media production, Falcon’s Licensing is uniquely qualified to providing the ride systems themselves, following our core value of storytelling first.” KLT’s Kevin Murphy tells Park World: “None
of the flying theatre projects we are working on have been cancelled we are delighted to say. Some may be taking longer to complete, but if the operational plan is pulled together well, the natural flow for loading and unloading of a ride is very Covid safe, plus as a family ride, part of the fun is in sharing and pointing whilst riding.
It is worth noting that most Flying Theatres are 2D and whilst we are working on 3D projects, it needs even greater care in the film production and programming with immersive rides to keep visitors comfortable, as too much immersion can result in a bad experience. “Unfortunately, we cannot say too much about
upcoming projects as we let our clients lead with promotion, but the future is very bright with a number of quite incredible projects due to open in 2021 and beyond and some that even challenge the seasoned professionals in an effort to keep the visitors’ eyes on the experience, and not the technology. One of the biggest compliments for us is not being noticed!” Upcoming projects for Dynamic Attractions
meanwhile, include: Pigeon Forger in Gatlinburg; a 3D flying theatre in Doha and a Space theme in Malaysia, “a total thrill ride” according to Cindy Emerick Whitson.
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