- "Fly like a bat. We provide the wings."
- ―Tagline[src]
Batwingor Batwing Coaster is asteelflyingroller coasterlocated in the Gotham City area at Six Flags America. It opened on June 16, 2001, and was manufactured by Vekoma as a Flying Dutchman model, one of 3 that were ever built.
It is themed to Batman's personal plane, the Batwing (also known as the Batplane), which has appeared in DC Comics since 1939.
Contents
- 1 History
- 1.1 Opening
- 2 Ride experience
- 2.1 Pre-Show Audio
- 2.2 On Ride
- 3 Characteristics
- 3.1 Track
- 3.2 Trains
- 4 Gallery
- 5 External links
History[]
Opening[]
Batwing opened on June 16, 2001.
Ride experience[]
Pre-Show Audio[]
Until the start of the 2020 season, there was a specific pre-show audio announcement that would set the scene for the attraction.
"Announcer: Welcome to the Batwing flight training deck. You've been selected to pilot our new FD test plane. Please stand-by while we conference in Wayne Enterprises head of R&D, Lucius Fox. (DIAL TONE) Mr. Fox?
Batman: Lucius, I need the Batwing now!
Lucius: What's going down Mr. Wayne?
Batman: It's The Joker. I'm going after him.
Announcer: It appears we have a change of plans, we have reports of a current attack by the Joker. The following news clip was just aired on WSFA just moments ago.
Reporter: Hello, this is Robin Smith with WSFA reporting live at Gotham's Newest public works project, Thomas Landing. It's just a beautiful day-
Joker: Well hello beautiful.
Reporter: Get your hands off me!
Joker: A little fight in you, I like that! Alright so listen why don't you give me a call, and we can start taking things a little more seriously.
Announcer: Batman needs your help to save Gotham City from The Joker! Please secure any and all loose articles. Your mission is critical, and loose articles are not permitted on board, and may not be left on the flight deck!
Lucius: Perhaps you should read the instructions first.
Announcer: Once the crew has opened the gates, quickly board your row and suit up. Please place your arms through your flight harness and buckle up! Do not! I repeat do not pull down on the lap bar. Your flight deck crew will secure it for you, as we conduct our pre-launch safety checks. Time is of the essence, the safety of Gotham City rests with you. Good luck pilots and enjoy your flight on the Batwing!"
On Ride[]
Once riders are seated and restrained, thetraintilts backwards into a 'lay-down' position and dispatches. The train travels backwards out of thestation, turns left and travels up the 115-foot (35m)lift hillat a 33 degree angle. Once the train reaches the top of the lift hill, it dips down into a twist (called a "Lie-to-Fly") that turns the trains upside down into a flying position where riders face the ground. After the twist, the train travels down the first drop, reaching speeds of 51mph (82km/h). Riders then go through anover bankedHorseshoe Curve element. Following the Horseshoe, the train enters a "Fly-to-Lie" element that turns riders back to a lay-down position. After the banked turn, the ride enters the 66-foot (20m) tallvertical loop, where riders experience 4.3 G's. The train then goes into another "Lie-to-Fly" element. Following the loop, riders go through another turn and then hit two consecutiveinline twists. Following the inline twists, the train enters the final helix. After the helix, riders hit the final "Fly-to-Lie" element and the train is slowed down on thebrake run.
Characteristics[]
Track[]
The steel track is approximately 3,340 feet (1,020m) in length and the height of the lift is approximately 115 feet (35m).
Batwing has a total of five inversions. It features onevertical loop, twoinline twists, two "Lie to Fly" and two "Fly to Lie" elements. Each "Lie to Fly" and "Fly to Lie" element is counted as a half inversion. A "Lie to Fly" element is when riders are on their backs, facing the sky and they are flipped and face the ground.A "Fly to Lie" element is the opposite.
Trains[]
Batwing currently operates with two trains. Each train has six cars that have four seats in a single row for a total of 24 riders.It originally operated with three trains but was reduced to two in 2007. Riders are secured by a vest over the chest and a lap bar.
Gallery[]
Batwing's Queue Line
Batwing's Safety Sign
External links[]
- Batwing Coaster | Six Flags America
Batwing (Six Flags America) at Wikipedia- Batwing at the Roller Coaster DataBase
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Batwing or Batwing Coaster
The Batwing or Batwing Coaster is a steel flying roller coaster located in the Gotham City area at Six Flags America. It opened on June 16, 2001, and was manufactured by Vekoma as a Flying Dutchman model, one of only three that were ever built.
Theme
The Batwing Coaster is themed to Batman's personal plane, the Batwing (also known as the Batplane), which has appeared in DC Comics since 1939.
Ride Experience
The ride experience on the Batwing Coaster involves several elements that provide an exciting and thrilling experience for riders. Here are some key aspects of the ride experience:
Pre-Show Audio
Before the ride begins, there is a pre-show audio announcement that sets the scene for the attraction. The pre-show audio includes dialogue between characters such as Batman, Lucius Fox, and the Joker. It creates a sense of urgency and mission for the riders, as they are called upon to help Batman save Gotham City from the Joker.
On Ride
Once riders are seated and restrained, the train tilts backward into a 'lay-down' position and dispatches. The train travels backward out of the station, turns left, and travels up a 115-foot (35m) lift hill at a 33-degree angle. After reaching the top of the lift hill, the train goes through a twist that turns the trains upside down into a flying position, where riders face the ground. The ride includes elements such as drops, turns, inversions, and twists, providing a thrilling and dynamic experience for riders.
Characteristics
Here are some characteristics of the Batwing Coaster:
Track
The steel track of the Batwing Coaster is approximately 3,340 feet (1,020m) in length. The height of the lift hill is approximately 115 feet (35m). The ride features a total of five inversions, including one vertical loop, two inline twists, and two "Lie to Fly" and "Fly to Lie" elements. Each "Lie to Fly" and "Fly to Lie" element is counted as a half inversion. The ride also includes a 66-foot (20m) tall vertical loop, where riders experience 4.3 G's.
Trains
The Batwing Coaster currently operates with two trains. Each train has six cars with four seats in a single row, accommodating a total of 24 riders. The riders are secured by a vest over the chest and a lap bar. It is worth noting that the ride originally operated with three trains but was reduced to two in 2007.
This information should give you a good understanding of the Batwing Coaster and its features. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask!
