AERODIUM Technologies
About AERODIUM Technologies
AERODIUM is the inventor of wind tunnels for human flight. It was founded in 1979 in Canada by inventor Jean St. Germain. Later the company was acquired by Ivars Beitans and since 2008 it continues as AERODIUM Technologies with the current headquarters in Riga, Latvia.
Why AERODIUM?
Design – AERODIUM puts a focus on design of tunnel and support premises as it has a significant impact on overall flight experience and turns flying into an unforgettable adventure.
Innovations – over the years, the company has accumulated strong technology competence. It has come up with several inventions and has applied for multiple unique patents related to safety, efficiency, and design.
Shows and movies – no other company in this field has acquired so many projects related to show business and movie industry. AERODIUM has worked with Disney, Marvel, Paramount Pictures, and Warner Brothers.
AERODIUM innovations
Under the leadership of Ivars Beitans AERODIUM has introduced these industry changing inventions:
- First wind tunnel for show applications in Turin Olympic Games (2006) that created a market for wind tunnel shows and events;
- First round-shape tempered glass chamber that significantly improved flyer experience and safety (2009);
- First indoor B.A.S.E. jumping chamber that extended tunnel applications for pro flyers and paratroopers allowing them to master new skills (2012);
- World’s biggest open tunnel, AERODIUM Peryton, used for the filming of “Mission Impossible: Fallout”. It completely redefined the concept and experience of open-air tunnels (2017).
By choosing AERODIUM you will join their family and will be part of their accomplishments.
Riga, Latvia (Founded in Canada)
1979
AERODIUM Technologies Wind Tunnels (38)
Key: Announced Under Construction Open to the Public Available for Rent Relocated
| Status | Tunnel Name | Country | Size | Opened / Opening | Tunnel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AERODIUM Disneyland Shanghai | China | 14ft (4.3m) | June, 2016 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Egypt | Egypt | 6.9ft (2.1m) | Sept, 2017 | Open Air | |
| AERODIUM Fuzhou | China | 9ft (2.8m) | April 2021 | Open Air | |
| AERODIUM Guangzhou | China | 9ft (2.8m) | 2024 | Open Air | |
| AERODIUM in Indonesia | Indonesia | 12ft (3.7m) | 2016 | Open Air | |
| AERODIUM in South Korea | South Korea | 16.4ft (5m) | 2015 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Israel | Israel | 9ft (2.8m) | 2022 | Open Air | |
| AERODIUM Khobar | Saudi Arabia | 14ft (4.3m) | 2025 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Kuwait | Kuwait | 10ft (3.1m) | 2024 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Kyiv | Ukraine | 12ft (3.7m) | 2023 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Mirabel | Canada | 10ft (3.1m) | 2015 | Open Air | |
| AERODIUM Morocco | Morocco | 14ft (4.3m) | 2017 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Nanjing | China | 10ft (3.1m) | 2024 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Riyadh | Saudi Arabia | 14ft (4.3m) | 2025 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Sevilla | Spain | 9ft (2.8m) | Oct, 2019 | Open Air | |
| AERODIUM Sigulda | Latvia | 9ft (2.8m) | 2005 | Open Air | |
| AERODIUM Slovenia | Slovenia | 12ft (3.7m) | 2015 | Open Flow | |
| Aerodium SmasyPark | South Korea | 10ft (3.1m) | December, 2021 | Recirculating | |
| AERODIUM Wuzhizhou Island | China | 6.9ft (2.1m) | Late 2017 | Open Air | |
| Aeronautica Arena | Finland | 14ft (4.3m), N/A | June, 2021 | Recirculating | |
| AeroVegas | USA | 9ft (2.8m) | 2024 | Open Air | |
| Army of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia | 11ft (3.4m) | 2007 | Propeller Below | |
| Army of Libya | Libya | 14ft (4.3m) | 2010 | Open Flow | |
| Copenhagen Air Experience | Denmark | 12ft (3.7m) | 2011 | Open Flow | |
| Fly-4 Real | Spain | 9ft (2.8m) | May, 2019 | Open Air | |
| Flyaway Indoor Skydiving | USA | 12ft (3.7m) | 1982 | Propeller Below | |
| Flying Dream | China | 9ft (2.8m) | Early 2016 | Open Flow | |
| Fritz’s AERODIUM | USA | 9ft (2.8m) | Jun, 2018 | Open Air | |
| GoAirborne | China | 14ft (4.3m) | July 2021 | Recirculating | |
| Gravity Indoor Skydiving | Bahrain | 14ft (4.3m) | 2015 | Recirculating | |
| Hangloose Adventure Bluewater | Skydive Aerodium | United Kingdom | August 2022 | Open Air | ||
| Mica Mall Skydiving | Iran | 9.8ft (3m) | 2023 | Recirculating | |
| SkyFly Camel Republic | Thailand | 9ft (2.8m) | 2014 | Open Air | |
| Special Forces of Pakistan | Pakistan | 11ft (3.4m) | 2009 | Open Air | |
| SuperFlight | USA | 9ft (2.8m) | Jun, 2018 | Open Air | |
| Superfly by AERODIUM | Saudi Arabia | 9ft (2.8m) | 2022 | Open Air | |
| Vegas Indoor Skydiving | USA | 12ft (3.7m) | 1982 | Propeller Below | |
| Yangon Indoor Skydiving | Myanmar | 12ft (3.7m) | Oct, 2017 | Open Flow |