Fly Over 1 – Piontek

Fly Over 1 Piontek: A ride high above the fairground

The experience begins at the bottom of the tower. The pairs of seats are filled and secured one after another. Once the ride starts, the seats rotate as the lifting mechanism carries them up the mast. The higher you go, the wider the view becomes. The chains angle outwards as they rotate, so riders don’t sit directly beside the tower but fly through the air in a large circle. The wind and the open seating position shape the sensation of the ride.

If you already know a standard swing ride, the main difference you’ll notice here is the view: the surroundings are much further below you. At the same time, the movement remains a continuous circular ride, with no free fall or inversion. This combination makes Fly Over interesting for visitors who want to experience height without riding a looping attraction.

Design and character of the Swing Tower M40

The Swing Tower M40 combines a tall mast with a rotating crown of seats for pairs. The two people in each pair sit side by side as the chains take on their characteristic angled flight path at the highest point. The ride is designed to be transported between fairgrounds. Despite its impressive height, it requires a relatively compact footprint on the ground. Its easily recognisable shape makes it a landmark on the fairground.

History of the first Piontek ride

The Piontek family put the first example of their Fly Over into operation in 2021. The ride was produced in 2020 by AK Rides and designed to travel between different fairgrounds. The first documented appearance was at LinGoFun in Lingen on 3 June 2021. Footage of this premiere shows this very first tower. A second, almost identical example was added later, but it is a separate physical ride and therefore has its own profile.

The first example can also be distinguished by its year of manufacture: it is the older Fly Over by Piontek, not the successor built in 2022. Attractions with the same name operated by other showmen, such as Remix rides called Fly Over, are also not part of this profile. You can find more tower swing rides in our attraction directory.

Who is Fly Over 1 Piontek suitable for?

The tower mainly appeals to fairgoers who enjoy the feeling of being high up in the air. The open seats offer wide views over houses, tents and rides. On evening rides, the illuminated stalls and carousels provide an additional backdrop. If you are unsure about swinging at great heights, you can watch how it works from the ground before deciding. The operator sets the specific riding requirements and any supervision requirements at the ride.

The ride is also of interest to people who want to watch modern swing rides from the outside. The slender tower, widely extending chains and circling pairs of seats create a distinctive silhouette. From close up, you can see how the compact structure on the ground becomes a ride high above that can be seen from far away.