Soarin' Eagle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Soarin' Eagle |
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| Luna Park, Coney Island | |
| Park section | Scream Zone |
| Coordinates | 40°34′26″N 73°58′50″W / 40.573848°N 73.980459°W |
| Status | Operating |
| Opening date | April 2011 |
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| Coordinates | 39°44′54″N 105°00′42″W / 39.748338°N 105.011569°W |
| Status | Relocated to Luna Park |
| Opening date | May 18, 2002 |
| Closing date | 2007 |
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| Type | Steel – Flying |
| Manufacturer | Zamperla |
| Designer | Werner Stengel |
| Model | Volare |
| Lift/launch system | Spiral Lift |
| Height | 50 ft (15 m) |
| Drop | 17 ft (5.2 m) |
| Length | 1,282.8 ft (391.0 m) |
| Speed | 25.7 mph (41.4 km/h) |
| Inversions | 2 |
| Duration | 0:48 |
| Max vertical angle | 31° |
| Capacity | 500 riders per hour |
| G-force | 3.3 |
| Height restriction | 52 in (132 cm) |
| Trains | 7 trains with a single car. Riders are arranged 4 across in a single row for a total of 4 riders per train. |
 This is a Pay-Per-Use attraction |
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| Soarin' Eagle at RCDB | |
The Soarin' Eagle is an exciting steel roller coaster located at Luna Park in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York. It's part of the thrilling Scream Zone area. This ride is special because it's a "flying" coaster. This means you ride lying down, facing the ground, like you're flying!
The Soarin' Eagle first opened in 2002 at Elitch Gardens Theme Park in Denver, Colorado. Back then, it was called the Flying Coaster. It was the very first "Volare" model roller coaster ever built by the company Zamperla. The Volare model is known for its clever design and a unique spiral lift hill. In late 2010, the ride was taken apart and moved to Luna Park. It reopened there in April 2011 as the Soarin' Eagle. There's another roller coaster just like it called Hero, which opened in 2013 at Flamingo Land in England.
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Your Soarin' Eagle Adventure
Your ride on the Soarin' Eagle begins when you get onto the train. The trains have four seats across. You board while the train is upright, so you can walk right up and stand to get in.
Getting Ready to Fly
Each rider chooses how high they want to be positioned. You pick your spot using a series of ladder-like steps. This choice decides how you'll be positioned when the train tilts forward. Before the ride starts, a special cage locks down over your back. This keeps you safe and secure during your flight!
The Spiral Climb
Once you're ready, the train slowly starts to move. It heads up the spiral lift hill. This lift hill gently twists the train as it climbs higher and higher. It's a unique way to start your adventure!
Twists, Drops, and Flips
After reaching the top, the train goes down a short, steep drop. Then, it slowly climbs back up a bit. Next, you'll experience a sharp turn, which leads into the first "Barrel Roll." A barrel roll is when the train spins completely upside down, like a corkscrew!
After that, there's another sharp turn and a short drop. Another sharp turn then guides the train into the second Barrel Roll. You'll flip upside down again before the train turns once more.
Slowing Down and Landing
Finally, the train starts to slow down. It goes through a few more twists and turns. Then, it reaches the final brake section. The train then smoothly enters the station, bringing your flying adventure to a safe and exciting end!
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An overview of Soarin' Eagle's layout when it was located at Elitch Gardens
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View of Soarin' Eagle after relocation to Luna Park, Coney Island
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View of Soarin' Eagle from the ground
