ArieForce One Coaster Revived as Six Flags Acquires Fan-Favorite Attraction

Six Flags has acquired ArieForce One, the highly popular steel roller coaster from the permanently closed Fun Spot America Atlanta, giving the attraction a second life.

The amusement park operator announced Tuesday that the ride will reopen at one of its parks during the 2028 or 2029 operating season, though the specific location has not yet been disclosed.

“From the moment ArieForce One closed, we knew how much this coaster meant to the enthusiast community and to guests who traveled from around the world to experience it,” Mark Pauls, chief operating officer of Six Flags, said in a statement. “This is a ride that consistently generated excitement, acclaim and passionate fan support. We are thrilled to preserve its legacy, invest in its future and bring this extraordinary attraction to a new generation of guests. This acquisition represents our commitment to delivering world-class thrills and creating unforgettable experiences across the Six Flags portfolio.”

Six Flags intends to restore the attraction at one of its parks during the 2028 or 2029 operating season. (American Coaster Enthusiasts)

Originally opened at Fun Spot America Atlanta in March 2023, ArieForce One operated until the Fayetteville, Georgia, park permanently closed in August 2026. Earlier this year, Fun Spot America announced it would shutter its Atlanta-area location while keeping its Orlando and Kissimmee, Florida, parks open.

Built by Rocky Mountain Construction, ArieForce One earned a reputation for its “relentless pacing, massive airtime moments, innovative elements and unforgettable ride experience,” according to Six Flags. The coaster stands 154 feet tall, features a 146-foot first drop at an 83-degree angle, and reaches speeds of 64 mph. It also features the largest zero-gravity stall element in the world.

Six Flags said it plans to keep the ArieForce One name when the coaster is rebuilt at its new location.

Six Flags plans to keep the ArieForce One name when the coaster is rebuilt at its new location. (American Coaster Enthusiasts)

“When we built ArieForce One, we wanted to create something truly special. Something that would put Fun Spot America on the map with coaster enthusiasts and families around the world and create memories that would last a lifetime,” Fun Spot America CEO John Arie Jr. said in a statement. “Seeing ArieForce One preserved and finding a new home with Six Flags means a great deal to me and my family. Its story isn’t ending, it’s beginning a new chapter and we are excited that future generations will get to experience ArieForce One.”

Six Flags will announce the coaster’s future location and construction timeline at a later date. (American Coaster Enthusiasts)

Six Flags stated it would announce the roller coaster’s future location and construction timeline at a later date. “Until then, the coaster community’s biggest mystery remains unsolved,” the company noted.

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