Flight simulator development

This simulator is a world first, developed by Espace Ballon
in collaboration with numerous specialists
and with the invaluable support of our sponsor Ultramagic Balloons.

Concept and development
Christophe Moinat, designer
Frédéric Daenzer, computer engineer

Production
Fondation Artanim, Genève
Haute Ecole d’Ingénierie et d’Architecture de Fribourg
Uzufly, Ecublens

Our current objectives

Enable everyone to pilot a hot-air balloon.
Encourage vocations and initiate future balloon pilots.
Encourage and promote safe, gas-efficient ballooning.
Offer our visitors a unique activity every day of the year.
Make people eager to take to the skies with Ballons Château-d'Oex.

Our long term objectives

Develop an interface for learning and perfecting piloting skills. Create scenarios for initiation and training. Simulate critical situations in various weather conditions.
Network several simulators. Model other flying areas and fly together simultaneously.
Obtain certification from EASA, the European Aviation Safety Agency.
Develop an online simulator.

Please contact us if you are interested in this project and would like to contribute.