Interactive observation deck created at Zurich airport

As part of the recent renovation works at Zurich Airport (Swiss), 'Observation Deck B' has been created, an installation in which visitors are given information about the operation of the aerodrome of this Swiss city through various interactive and augmented reality exhibition elements, with the peculiarity that the system allows information such as the type of aircraft to be superimposed, your destination or your point of origin.

Zurich Airport has installed the new 'Observation Deck B', an observation platform 250 metros de largo que ha sido reforzada infográficamente por el estudio de diseño interactivo alemán Art+Com with several multimedia installations and interactive exhibits that allow visitors to learn new knowledge about the airport and its activities on the runway.

This new open-air exhibition space is inspired by the experience of flight and the fascination with aircraft technology. The most striking novelty consists of a set of telescopes that provide contextual information on top of the live image, offering useful information about the airport buildings and airplanes that appear in view. At four observation points, Visitors can use the telescopes to observe the airport grounds and interactively request additional information about the airport and its operation, as well as obtain data on airport buildings and aircraft that are parked along the runway or taxiing on it before takeoff or landing.

To detect the exact position of aircraft, specific data is obtained from the control tower, like the type of plane, the destination or point of origin. Besides, The graphics that appear on the floor and on some of the walls resemble markings on the track and function as a guidance system. Since half of the visitors are children, The outdoor exhibition also includes several educational panels and an airport-themed play area.

Airplane and flight information

Six of the electronic screens located along the terrace display technical details and flight information of the aircraft parked along Pier B. More information about flight operations is provided on several glass panels explaining, For example, preparations for takeoff or the code on an aircraft radio that can be heard through a built-in speaker.

Floor graphics inspired by track markings act as a guidance system, and create an environmental environment in the facilities. Additionally, 12 stations of a children's circuit are indicated with red dots on the ground. Upon entering the terrace, children a 'learn and play' book that invites them to participate in these stations. Activities include “find the difference”, puzzles, or drawings of joining the dotted line. There is also a large patio designed around air traffic motifs. Three-dimensional teaching elements emerge from white graphic silhouettes that represent the different types of aircraft. For example, the blades of a helicopter transform into a carousel, the wings of an airplane create a seesaw, or children can fly an Airbus.

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