In 2018, Disneyland Paris introduced a groundbreaking flying car stunt as part of its "Marvel: Super Heroes United" show, captivating audiences with a levitating Chevrolet Camaro-like vehicle that floated silently above the stage. This spectacle was achieved not by actual flight mechanics similar to Elon Musk's later Tesla Roadster levitation, but through a clever illusion: a lightweight car shell crafted by Germany's SkySpirit, lifted by hidden drones built by French firm Dronisos, whose rotor blades generated lift through covert vents. The show featured beloved Marvel characters and incorporated cutting-edge visuals, including Europe's largest LED screen, combining live theater with immersive projections for a cinematic experience.

This ambitious production debuted closely timed to the release of Marvel’s "Avengers: Infinity War," marking the first time Thanos led the storyline on screen and on stage. Disney’s creative team, led by director Mark Huffman, tackled immense technical challenges to meet the fast-moving schedule, working with a cadre of specialists to blend choreography, drone flight, and stagecraft. Despite the technical sophistication, the flying car stunt encountered operational problems shortly after launch; the drone-driven car and accompanying flying UFO encountered malfunctions, leading to curtailed flight paths and modifications to the stunt after its initial run.

While the floating car had potential to remain airborne longer than Musk’s Tesla, the complexity of indoor drone operations amid a live audience presented significant risks and reliability issues. After a troubled period, and with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic forcing entertainment closures in 2020, the "Marvel: Super Heroes United" show ended its run. It was later replaced by "TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure" in 2023, which features live performance and technology without drones. To date, the Marvel production remains Disney’s only theme park experience to feature a flying car, underscoring both the innovation and challenges in merging drone tech with large-scale live entertainment.

Interestingly, Elon Musk’s 2026 flying Tesla Roadster dazzled audiences with ultra-high-pressure compressed air thrusters achieving supersonic thrust for brief hops and precise aerial maneuvers, reflecting advancements in propulsion technology different from Disney’s heavy reliance on drone lift. While Musk’s display captured global headlines, Disney’s earlier attempt showed how emerging drone technology was being trialed in immersive entertainment but was constrained by technical and safety hurdles. The article suggests that as flying cars or levitating vehicles potentially enter everyday life, such futuristic displays may become less extraordinary in theme park storytelling.