Jet Star
Height
44 ft
Speed
31 mph
Length
1,765 ft
The journey begins with a distinctive spiral lift hill that carries riders upward in a circular motion, offering an expansive view of the coastline. Upon reaching the summit, the cars plunge into a sequence of sharp, banked turns and sudden drops that create a relentless sense of speed. The compact vehicles stay low to the track, hugging the rails through tight helices that exert strong lateral forces on every passenger. As the train weaves through the intricate structure, the combination of momentum and rapid direction changes provides a classic, high-energy experience before arriving at the final brake run.
Technical Specifications
| Status | Defunct |
|---|---|
| Type | Steel |
| Propulsion | Chain Lift |
| Opened | 1972 |
| Defunct | 1991 |
| Manufacturer | Schwarzkopf |
| Designer | Anton Schwarzkopf, Ing Buro Stengel GmbH |
| Height | 44 ft |
| Max Speed | 31 mph |
| Length | 1,765 ft |