Lay-down Roller Coaster
Flying Roller Coaster | |
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Type | Roller Coaster |
Description | A coaster which is unique in that the riders can ride above and below the track, and they can transfer between them seamlessly. |
Cost | $4,000 upwards |
Size | Large (actual size depends on construction) |
Appearances | RCT Corkscrew Follies, RCT2, RCT3 |
Construction
Track has a tubular steel spine, connected to the outside edges of tubular steel running rails. Supports are large tubular steel posts. Trains are held on the track by wheels below and inside the running rails.
Special Track Elements
- Banked Curves
- Vertical Loop
- Steep Twist
- Banked Helix
- On-Ride-Photo
- In-Line Twists
Constraints
- Banked curves - 50° banking
- Maximum track slope - 60°
- Lift hill maximum slope - 25°
- Maximum height above ground - 111 ft
Vehicles
- Flying Roller Coaster Train
Other Information
To give the feeling of flight, the passengers ride in a lying-down position. The track can twist to allow the riders to travel face-up with the track below them, or suspended face-down with the track above them.
Approximate Cost
$4,000 upwards