Amusement Ride Safety Alert

 

Attraction: Superman - Ultimate Flight

Status: Resolved...

ID #: 0821

Summary: Riders on this attraction have indicated concern regarding nose bleeds, parts of their bodies falling asleep during this attraction after the "pretzel loop" element, as well as riders feeling as if they were going to "black out," with some saying they started to "grey out."

Further information points at riders age. Not one issue with riders under the age of 30, however, riders over the age of 30, that is where these issues are arising.

Venue has been contacted and this safety alert is now resolved…

           Venue Information

Operating since 5/29/1976
Also Known As: Marriott's Great America
Phone: 847-249-1776
Web: Six Flags Great America site
Address: 542 North Illinois Route 21
Gurnee, IL 60031 USA


Attraction Information

 

Ride: Superman - Ultimate Escape
Ride Type: Steel - Flying Coaster
Built by: Bolliger & Mabillard
Max Speed: 51 mph
Restraints: Shoulder Harness, Ankle Restraints


ASO's Six Flags Great America Page.

Follow Up: 4/25/08 - Further analysis into these issues has shown that all riders who complained about issues with this roller coaster were obviously over the age of 30, however, they all had one thing in common. It was after 1700 hrs and they had not eaten and/or had not been drinking liquids during their visit.

Those who had not eaten anything mainly cited finding nothing worth eating and also mentioning wanting to ride everything in the park and being excited all day.

Those who had not been drinking indicated high prices for water and also failing to properly hydrate themselves before visiting the park.

 

 

 

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