Announcement: Seeking Successors for Brussels Flight Simulators
Passing the Helm
After 9 exciting years of developing Brussels Flight Simulators, it is time for a new generation to take the helm. At 62, I feel the need to dedicate more time to personal pursuits, my family, children and grandchildren, and my passion for music. Life is fleeting, and it’s important to make the most of every moment!
That’s why I am seeking passionate individuals who can drive this fantastic company to its full potential.
About Brussels Flight Simulators
Brussels Flight Simulators is a company founded on passion and technical excellence. Our 300 m² facility in Zaventem features:
- Four High-Quality Flight Simulators:
- Boeing 737 NG with an 8-passenger cabin and immersive visuals
- F-16
- F/A-18
- Beechcraft Baron BE58
- All simulators can connect in a shared airspace, providing a highly realistic and immersive experience. While not certified, their technical standards are extremely high, especially for the 737 and Beechcraft.
- Unique Bar/Lounge Area: Featuring a bar made from a 737 slat, high tables, and chairs, comfortably accommodating up to 25/30 people.
- Spacious Briefing Room: Equipped with a projection screen, central table for 18-24 people (depending on the setup), and 4 light individual simulator stations (PCs with flight controls and multiscreen).
- Open Office Space: 25 m² of open workspace.
- Sanitary Block: Including a mini kitchenette and 2 restrooms.
- Parking: Five reserved parking spaces right in front and plenty of free spaces in the surrounding area.5
Transition and Support
To ensure a smooth transition, I am committed to working alongside the new owners, sharing all the necessary knowledge and skills for effective business management.
I am confident that motivated individuals will quickly get up to speed.
I will also remain available for future technical support if needed.
Potential for Growth
With a current turnover of around €220,000, the business offers immense growth potential. Thanks to recent investments, it could be tripled without any additional investment!
More: there are numerous opportunities for innovation and expansion, such as integrating virtual reality, acquiring an A320 simulator to outshine the competition, or developing courses, forming a partnership with an ATO (Approved Training Organisation) for pilot training modules, CRM training seminar for businesses of all sectors…
These prospects should excite any potential candidates.
Admin Management
Currently, I handle this part on my own. It takes me very little time because the administrative side has been highly automated, thanks to our amazing website that manages bookings and payments, as well as creating vouchers, boarding passes, invoices, etc.
This leaves plenty of time to either manage sessions myself, prospect, build bridges with aviation schools or other partners, create new business relationships—in short, to grow the revenue and reach new heights!
Management of Simulation Sessions
I handle about half of the sessions myself (my choice), entrusting the rest to freelance or temporary instructors.
These are mostly student pilots who are eager to collaborate, as they gain personal benefits from this activity in relation to their pilot training.
I do not have any salaried employees or instructors, which allows for great flexibility.
Financial Considerations
I am open to both a sale of the shares and the assets (business), with a preliminary valuation of the assets in the range of 250k to 300k EUR. While everything is negotiable, this valuation reflects the substantial value of the business and its potential for future growth.
My priority is to find the right individuals with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a clear vision for the future of the company. Therefore, I am open to discussing flexible terms for the transfer if I am confident in the buyer’s ability to carry the business forward successfully. However, any agreement must respect the inherent value of the company and its assets.
Contact Information
If you are interested or know someone who might be, please feel free to share this announcement and do not hesitate to contact me for any questions or discussions.
Contact: Pierre Van Walleghem, Manager & Founder
- pvw@bfsim.com
- +32 470 070 470
Brussels Flight Simulators SRL
- Headquarters: rue Les Claines 16/B – 1320 Beauvechain – BE
- Operating Address: Leuvensesteenweg – 542 unit B2 – 1930 Zaventem – BE
- Registration Number: BE0654810277