Legendary Kingda Ka rollercoaster comes down at Six Flags
JACKSON, New Jersey (PIX11) – The king has fallen as the legendary Kingda Ka ride at Six Flags Great Adventure was imploded on Friday morning.
The demolition marks the end of a 19-year run for what was once the world's tallest and fastest rollercoaster.
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Kingda Ka was one of several rides that were dismantled as part of a transformation for Six Flags. The Green Lantern coaster, which at point held world records for height, drop, speed, and length, has also been retired.
'We understand that saying goodbye to beloved rides can be difficult, and we appreciate our guests' passion. These changes are an important part of our growth and dedication to delivering exceptional new experiences,' said park president Brian Bacica.
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Representatives for Six Flags say the park will be replacing the previous coasters with new rides like The Flash: Vertical Velocity. It will mark North America's first super boomerang coaster.
'And in 2026, we'll unveil an all-new, multi-record-breaking launch coaster, a must-ride attraction sure to capture fans' imaginations,' Bacica said.
The Flash: Vertical Velocity is set to open in the 2025 season.
Dominique Jack is a digital content producer from Brooklyn with more than five years of experience covering news. She joined PIX11 in 2024. More of her work can be found here.
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