Kentucky Flyer, Wooden roller coaster at Kentucky Kingdom in Louisville, US
Kentucky Flyer features 12 airtime moments, a 47-foot height, and banked turns reaching angles of 54 degrees along its 1,288-foot track layout.
Construction faced a temporary halt in October 2018 due to land access issues, requiring intervention from Governor Matt Bevin to secure the project's continuation.
The aviation-themed trains and design elements connect to Kentucky's strong aerospace industry, representing local industrial heritage through entertainment technology.
The roller coaster accommodates families with two-person rows across six cars per train, maintaining a moderate speed of 35 miles per hour throughout the course.
Kentucky Flyer combines a traditional wooden structure with modern engineering techniques, incorporating a 52-degree steep drop and multiple weightless moments in rapid succession.
Location: Louisville
Official opening: April 28, 2019
Website: https://kentuckykingdom.com/attraction/kentucky-flyer
GPS coordinates: 38.19429,-85.74427
Latest update: March 12, 2025 21:12
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