Construction for Kingda Ka's replacement coaster underway at Six Flags
JACKSON, N.J. - It's been nearly a year since the legendary Kingda Ka was demolished at Six Flags Great Adventure to make room for a new roller coaster. That mystery ride is now officially under construction.
What we know:
The first track pieces for a new attraction, which is expected to open at some point next year, arrived at Six Flags on Wednesday.
Photos show purple tracks being lifted from trucks and placed in the parking lot.
Six Flags has yet to release specific details about the new roller coaster. However, a spokesperson did tell People that it will "definitely break records."
Kingda Ka imploded: Former tallest, fastest roller coaster in the world brought down
Kingda Ka, a Six Flags landmark that was once touted as the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world, was imploded on Friday.
The backstory:
The new "record-breaking" coaster is taking the place of Kingda Ka, which was once touted as the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world for its 45-story, 128 mph drop.
Built in 2005, the 456-foot-tall coaster was reduced to rubble when it was imploded nearly 20 years later on February 28, 2025.
What's next:
The new ride will be located in a plot adjacent to Kingda Ka's previous place in the park.
Six Flags say construction will continue over the coming months, and full details will be shared at a later date.
"A major new chapter is beginning here at Six Flags Great Adventure… a project that will become one of the most impactful additions in our park’s history," Six Flags said in a release.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by Six Flags.