Airbus A320 flying
SimFlying Founded (2012)
SimFlying was founded in November 2012 by Peter de Graaf. What started as a hobby, grew into the construction of a complete replica of a Boeing 737NG simulator. Until the corona pandemic, the company continued to grow, with many returning customers, who still come to fly today. Both beginners and professionals knew (and know) how to find SimFlying. Peter was responsible for the daily operations, but was also the only instructor. In addition, Peter also did the maintenance of the simulator himself, a busy job!
Acquisition of SimFlying (2021)
After 9 successful years, Peter de Graaf hands over the baton to Matthijs Tissen and Toby Enzerink. They take over SimFlying, with Peter still active in the background. Matthijs and Toby then breathed new life into SimFlying. A new logo, new website, improved online visibility and a new team of instructors. The start of many great steps in the following years.
Moving to Aalsmeer (2023)
In the summer of 2023, SimFlying took a big step. SimFlying moved to a brand new business premises in Aalsmeer. Where the previous space had no air conditioning, the location was only accessible via an outside staircase and there was room for 'only' one simulator, a major upgrade has now been made. The building in Aalsmeer has two floors, both equipped with air conditioning, with several parking spaces in front of the door. In addition, the space not only offers space for two simulators, but SimFlying also has a meeting space realised.
New Boeing 737 simulator (2023)
In addition to the new building, SimFlying has also purchased a new Boeing 737 simulator! After years of loyal service, the old 737 was phased out in the summer of 2023. The new simulator features updated hardware, professional software, but also a brand new visual system with laser beamers. This makes the whole experience even better than before.
In April 2023, the simulator arrived at SimFlying's premises in Aalsmeer. After 2 months of hard work, the first customers were welcomed in June 2023. To this day, SimFlying continues to work on continuously improving the simulator.
Opening new location! (2023)
In the summer of 2023, the time had come! SimFlying was reopened after a short closure period (due to the move) by the owners Matthijs & Toby. Together with the neighbor in Aalsmeer, a beautiful, sunny BBQ was organized and visitors, relations and investors were given the opportunity to look into the new building and the new simulator. A great success and the start of a new SimFlying!
New Airbus A320 simulator! (2024)
SimFlying has not been sitting still. Just half a year after the move and the introduction of the new Boeing 737 simulator, SimFlying placed an order for a brand new Airbus A2023 simulator in December 320. At the beginning of March, we have been busy day in, day out assembling and configuring the simulator. With 4K laser beamers and original cockpit seats, the A320 has become a very high-quality simulator.
Upgrade Boeing 737NG (2024)
In October 2024, SimFlying performed major maintenance on the Boeing 737NG. For 10 days, they worked non-stop to dismantle the entire cockpit and then rebuild it, this time with original controls from an old Boeing 737. Since November 2024, the simulator has been equipped with original yokes and rudders, making the simulator even more realistic.
