Flight simulation center

What Flight simulation center does

Flight Simulation Center (FSC) is the research-and-development division of Professional Show S.p.A., a privately held Italian company headquartered in Limena (Padua). Founded in the early 2010s and operating under the fsc.it e-commerce brand since 2012, FSC designs, manufactures, and sells high-fidelity flight simulation hardware and turnkey training devices for the Boeing 737NG/MAX and Airbus A320 cockpit families, plus general aviation (MTGS), helicopter (MTHS), and educational (AES, IAMS, FISO) simulator platforms. Its technical core is proprietary Active Control Loading (brushless motors, recirculating ball worm gears, PLC with CAN-BUS) and the FSC1000 PC-based G1000 glass cockpit, built around a 'copy-from-life' methodology that began with the acquisition of a real A320 cockpit to study hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems. The product stack is multi-platform compatible (X-Plane, Microsoft Flight Simulator, Prepar3D, PMDG, Project Magenta, PROSIM, SIM Avionics) and is partially distributed through authorized dealers (Aviation Megastore, Simware) and via a PFC hardware resale line.

FSC generates revenue through direct e-commerce hardware sales, showroom-based simulator rental and experience services at its Limena and Cologno Monzese (Milan) locations, bundled professional flight-simulation software licensing (Project Magenta, PROSIM), and direct B2B sales to flight schools, educational institutions, and corporate-event customers. Public price points span approximately €800 for entry rudder pedals up to roughly €20,000 for control loading hardware kits and low-five-figures for complete B737NG turnkey simulators, with rental options running to €3,500 per five-day week for an A320 simulator with instructor. Customers include Alitalia (Airport Educational Simulator), Marconi Aeronautical College, and Flight Simulator City, with the long tail served by enthusiast and simmer buyers globally. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, has no disclosed external funding, and operates as a privately held unit wholly under Professional Show S.p.A.

Name

Flight simulation center

Legal name

Professional Show S.p.A.

Website

https://fsc.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Flight Simulation Center (FSC) is the R&D division of Italy's Professional Show S.p.A., designing and selling high-fidelity B737 and A320 cockpit hardware, turnkey simulators, and control loading systems for flight schools, aviation colleges, airlines, and enthusiast simmers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Flight Simulation Training Devices

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

SIC

Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Racing & Flight Simulation Hardware (Wheels, Pedals, HOTAS) (HDACANAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Avionics Test, Simulation & Calibration Equipment (IMABAFAN)

Keywords

• Flight simulation hardware
• Cockpit replica components
• Active control loading systems
• Turnkey flight simulators
• Aviation training devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Limena

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Flight Simulator Hardware Sales: Sale of flight simulation hardware including turnkey simulators, cockpit components (B737, A320, helicopter), control systems, visual systems, and accessories. Products sold directly through e-commerce and authorized dealers.
2. Simulator Rental Services: Rental of simulators including hourly (1 hour with 30 min prebriefing), daily (8 hours), and weekly (5 days x 8 hours) options. Includes FSC instructor for flight simulation training.
3. Showroom/Demo Experience: Commercial rental of simulators for immersive flight experiences in the DEMO room at FSC facilities in Italy.
4. Software Licensing: Bundled software options including Project Magenta and PROSIM professional flight simulation software licenses for commercial and private use.
5. Authorized Dealer Distribution: Products distributed through authorized dealers including Aviation Megastore and Simware.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Flight Simulation Center (FSC) designs, manufactures, and sells professional-grade flight simulation hardware and complete turnkey simulators for Boeing 737NG, Airbus A320, general aviation, helicopter, and airport educational training use. The company offers modular cockpit components (yokes, throttle quadrants, rudder pedals, MIPs, overhead panels, FCUs), proprietary active control loading systems with brushless motors, FSC1000 G1000 glass cockpit replicas, and commercial simulator rental services through its showrooms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MTGS: Multi Type General-Aviation Simulator - flight simulation training device for general aviation aircraft with G1000 Glass Cockpit
• MTHS
• AES
• IAMS
• FSC1000
• FISO Educational Simulator

Products and services

• B737NG Fixed Base Trainer Professional Boeing 737NG flight simulator turnkey system with 180-degree projection or monitor visual system, designed for pilot training and educational use.
• B737NG Fixed Base Educational Boeing 737NG flight simulator designed for educational institutions with a 7-monitor 2K visual system and classroom-ready configuration.
• A320 Full Cockpit Full Airbus A320-style flight simulator cockpit for training purposes, developed using copy-from-life approach with a real A320 cockpit acquisition to inform hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems replication.
• MTGS (Multi Type General Aviation Simulator) Multi-type general aviation flight simulator system with G1000 glass cockpit and interchangeable throttles, available in Prepar3D version with passive force feedback.
• MTHS (Multi Type Helicopter Simulator) Multi-type helicopter flight simulator turnkey system with photorealistic sceneries and highly detailed 3D reconstruction.
• AES (Airport Educational Simulator) Airport educational Boeing 737NG-style flight simulator with external monitors for audience viewing, online booking system, and synchronized multi-unit capability, available with 5-monitor 4K UHD or 7-monitor 2K visual systems.
• IAMS (Interactive Airport Multiplatform Simulator) Interactive airport multiplatform simulator for multi-user training scenarios, with synchronized training across units, online and local booking and ticketing system suitable for educational institutions.
• FSC Active Control Loading System Active control loading system with brushless motors and pistons for realistic flight control forces on pitch and bank channels, with PLC control, RS232, and CAN-BUS compatible, available for yoke and rudder pedals.
• B737 Throttle Quadrant Pro Full metal motorized throttle quadrant for Boeing 737 simulators, compatible with X-Plane, FSX, Prepar3D, Project Magenta, SIM Avionics, and PMDG. Available in Pro and Semi-Pro versions.
• A320 Sidestick PRO Airbus A320 sidestick with proportional force feedback and locking solenoid for autopilot function, available for captain and first officer sides, with PRO-CELL certification version featuring load cells.
• FSC1000 Glass Cockpit System PC-based G1000 replica glass cockpit system, 100% compatible with FSX, Prepar3D, and X-Plane, and fully compatible with Flight1 G1000 or Mindstar G1000 avionics.
• B737 MAX PRO Throttle FSC B737 MAX PRO Throttle motorized throttle quadrant for the Boeing 737 MAX platform, latest evolution of the B737 throttle family.
• 737NG MIP Pro 2 Main Instrument Panel (MIP) for Boeing 737NG flight simulators, available in Full, Compact, and DIY enclosure kit versions, configurable by side.
• B737NG Yoke/Wheel Control column/yoke for Boeing 737 flight simulators, available with or without Control Loading system for active force feedback on pitch and bank channels.
• A320 Throttle Quadrant PRO Airbus A320-style motorized throttle quadrant with trim wheels and software-driven backlight.
• A320 Rudder Pedals PRO ABF Above-floor adjustable PRO rudder pedals for Airbus A320 family-style flight simulators, extremely sturdy and stable, with realistic force feedback.
• A320 Overhead Panel Airbus A320-style overhead panel in FWD and AFT sections with circuit breakers and mounting frame.
• A320 FCU (Flight Control Unit) Flight Control Unit MCP for A320 simulators with USB interface, adjustable backlight, complete with captain and first officer side EFIS displays.
• B737 Floorstand PRO Base platform for B737 flight simulators with active dual yoke and rudder pedals, assembled with wheels and ready for control loading hardware integration.
• PFC Yokes and Control Columns Precision Flight Controls (PFC) yokes including Cirrus Beech, Cirrus Mooney, Cirrus Saab, Boeing Style, and Jetliner Column Yoke B737, USB-connected and compatible with X-Plane, Microsoft Flight Simulator, and Prepar3D.
• PFC Rudder Pedals Precision Flight Controls (PFC) rudder pedals including Cirrus (General Aviation, Boeing Style) and Single Rudder Pedals PRO Jet Style.
• Dolomiti 3D Custom Scenery 3D custom scenery of the Dolomites with 5,000 sq/kms of land and 85 mountain villages for flight simulation software platforms.
• ShowRoom Simulator Rental Service Rental service for FSC flight simulators available by hour, day, or week with FSC instructor for flight simulation training, located in the new DEMO room in Limena (PD), Italy.

Quantifiable outcome

• Control forces and travel correspond to replicated aircraft specifications

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Project MagentacoreTechnology or IntegrationSoftware integration partnership for professional flight simulation. FSC products are compatible with and certified for use with Project Magenta commercial flight simulation software, including Control Loading systems with commercial license.
• PROSIMcoreTechnology or IntegrationSoftware integration partnership. FSC Control Loading hardware kits available bundled with PROSIM professional flight simulation software in both commercial and private use license versions.
• Aviation MegastoreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer/distributor of FSC flight simulation products.
• SimwareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer/distributor of FSC flight simulation products.
• X-Plane (Laminar Research)coreTechnology or IntegrationFSC simulators and components are compatible with X-Plane flight simulation platform. Multiple products specifically designed and tested for X-Plane integration.
• Microsoft (Flight Simulator)coreTechnology or IntegrationFSC simulators and components are compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator. Products include specific drivers and compatibility for MSFS.
• Professional Show S.p.A.coreOthersFSC is the Research and Development division of Professional Show S.p.A., a company based in Limena, Italy. Professional Show is the legal entity and data controller for all FSC operations.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• CAE: Canadian global leader in civil aviation training and full-flight simulators, operating across the enterprise training market. Overlaps with FSC only at the low end of the training-device spectrum, but its scale and certifications set the competitive benchmark for professional pilot training.
• TRU Simulation + Training: Textron subsidiary providing full-flight simulators and aviation training devices globally. Comparable at the broad level as an established aerospace training device manufacturer, though operating primarily at higher price/credential tiers than FSC.

Direct peers

• ALSIM: French manufacturer of flight training devices for ab-initio and type-rating training, including FNPT and FTD simulators. Comparable in the training-device segment where FSC's MTGS, MTHS, AES and B737NG Educational compete.
• ELITE Simulation Solutions: Swiss manufacturer of FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight training devices plus simulation hardware. Comparable in offering modular flight training devices targeting the European flight-school market.
• Precision Flight Controls (PFC): US-based manufacturer of general aviation yokes, rudder pedals, and throttle quadrants. Directly overlaps with FSC's component portfolio in yokes and rudder pedals, and notably FSC also serves as an authorized distributor of PFC products in Europe, making it both partner and closest competitor.
• FRASCA International: US-based producer of flight simulation training devices and cockpit simulators for flight schools, airlines, and military customers. Comparable as a flight training device manufacturer with overlapping institutional customer segment.
• Virtual Fly: Spanish manufacturer of flight training devices (FNPT II and basic simulators) plus flight simulation hardware for enthusiasts. Directly comparable to FSC in offering both professional training devices and consumer/hobbyist flight simulation components.
• Sim Industries: Netherlands-based maker of B737 and A320 fixed-base flight simulators targeting flight training organizations. Closely comparable product positioning to FSC's B737NG and A320 turnkey simulators, with overlapping European customer base.
• Brunner Electronics: German manufacturer of professional-grade flight simulation control loading systems (CLS) and cockpit hardware. Directly comparable to FSC's Active Control Loading System and B737/A320 component offering, with similar customer base of pro/am flight sim builders.

Emerging players

• FlyThisSim (Touch the Skies): US-based provider of BATD (Basic Aviation Training Devices) and AATD simulators for flight schools. Comparable to FSC's general aviation (MTGS) and educational (AES) product lines for ab-initio and ab-initio-plus flight school customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/FSCFlightSimulator
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fsc-italy

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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