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Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Heres my report form the flying aces launch day. Its quite word heavy so I will put the photos at the end so can go straight to them if you don't want to read the text. I arrived at Ferrari world 45 minutes early which meant that are checking in at the media desk I was able to explore the rest of the park and check out the other two rollercoasters is which are still under construction. Once the launch event time arrived we made our way over to the entrance to flying aces. There were several speeches and are short video before we were ushered outside to stand directly in front of flying aces. First off this coaster is huge. Until you are stood right underneath it you don't really get a perspective on the size of the lift hill or the loop. Next there was a race between a Ferrari car and a replica biplane. And the coast it was sent round empty so we could see it. We all went back inside again for the ribbon-cutting ceremony and then it was time to ride. So this is my review of the whole ride experience from entrance to exit. I must say upfront I have never ridden Skyrush. So I won't be able to make any comparisons between the two rides. As you enter the hanger that is the start of the queue line for flying aces it's becomes very apparent that a lot of time effort and money has been put into theme in this ride. At the entrance there is a tester seat it then you enter through army barracks. I will let the photos the most of the talking however the queue is quite long and the theming is unbelievable. The main room of the queue line has a biplane crashed in a tree and a person stuck in a tree in a parachute both of which have projected faces. There is also an amazing effect in this room where the wall is painted with a scene and projected by planes fly overhead. The final room has a safety video again seemed to army barracks. You are then moved into a room with number doors and spots numbered 1 to 4 on the floor. At this point you still have not seen the rollercoaster itself. Once you have chosen your spots the doors open and you board the coaster straightaway. The ride experience is amazing. I was in the left outside seat towards the back and the amount of airtime on hang time was unbelievable. The doors open and you are catapulted on for the lift and you got the lift very fast and over into the first drop it's extremely smooth with you don't feel the transition between the left and the drop. The drop twists around the right and the airtime is amazing. You then go straight into the noninverting loop as you reach the top of the loop it feels quite sedate however coming down the other side the in-line twist really makes you fly. The rest of the ride is full of airtime even including the small bunny hop into the break run. It's difficult for me to do this ride justice as I've never ridden anything like this before however I can say that it does not let up for one second and the speed with which you got the lift hill and get thrown around is genuinely frightening. I would say this is easily the most intense coaster I have ever been on. The ride experience is just out of this world. The overall theming of the queue line and even the exit corridor is stunning it's certainly marks and amazing step forward for Ferrari world Abu Dhabi. Compared to formula Rossa which is purely about the speed and the ride itself flying aces knocks spots of it. The level of the theming on the ride matches the area around it where Italian theme and has been added to the parks corridors and walkways. I can't really say this is the best role of person I have ever ridden however it certainly up there in the top two or three ever as a ride experience.if you take into account the amazing theming of The queue as well then it's easily my number one ride. The photos are in chronological order. starting with updates on some of the other rides then onto the flying aces launch event Enjoy -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Persevere there's some PoV in here! -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Jeez. Chill. -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
https://www.facebook.com/charmainelouise.orario/videos/10153802024487860/ Another vid -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Here's some testing video. -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I have heard some very good reports so fat. I'm down there on Wednesday for the official launch so will get a trip report up as soon as I can after. -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Im extremely exited Abou it -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Just to add fuel to the fire. This was the response from Ferrari world. Hi David, Flying Aces will have the world's steepest lift at 51 degrees! -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
They have reaffirmed the claim that it's the steepest lift hill in the world as well -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I can guarantee I will take plenty of pics and video. -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Woo hoo -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I understand that a POV has been filmed and they're currently editing some footage together. As soon as they release it I will be sure to post it on here -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Love it. Keep them coming. I am supposed to go down and meet the marketing people in a couple of weeks. So will represent everyone's concerns in person! -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Still can't work out the steepest incline thing. -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Still can't work out the steepest incline thing. -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I asked them directly and they said no date yet. Will let everyone know as soon as I do -
Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
The park have confirmed that there are indeed 5 new rides coming. They have not released any details of the 5th yet. I will be attending the press launches for all the rides so will keep you updated. -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Ferrari world have confirmed that there will be no name change in English. However they will have to adapt it a bit to make sense in Arabic. Bellow is a fact sheet they sent me. Factsheet for Flying Aces About Flying Aces • The first plane themed roller coaster, Flying Aces, is set to break two new world records; world’s tallest loop at 52 meters (170ft), and steepest incline starting hill lift (51 degree). • Flying Aces takes guests to speeds reaching 120kmph along a 1.5km track that mimics an actual bi-plane movement. • Transcending guests back to the 1900’s, Flying Aces is the first ride inspired by Ferrari’s rich history as its storyline is based on its legendary Prancing Horse emblem. • The architectural masterpiece offers extreme gravity defying flight acrobatics that include a non-inverted loop, down flips and plenty of airtime moments. • The roller coaster is the first of five major rides and attractions to be launched as part of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s three-year massive expansion embarked in 2014. • The ride can accommodate up to 28 guests at a time and lasts approximately 135 seconds. Construction and Design • This outstanding ride was designed and manufactured by Intamin Amusement Rides, the renowned creators of exceptional amusement rides, one of which is the world’s fastest rollercoaster, Formula Rossa. • The 63 meter high lift is supported by two columns only, which is considered a roller coaster breakthrough in terms of architecture and engineering. With this unique design, the top of the lift looks like a huge free hanging arch, which was made possible by the merged experiences and know-how of the ride manufacturing team and consultants. • More than 1.5 million man-hours went into construction of this masterpiece using innovative technologies and engineering methods. • The ride consists of 165 tracks and 200 columns (over 1,400 tons of steel). Theme and History • Flying Aces is inspired by Italy’s ‘ace of aces’ Count Francesco Baracca, a famous Italian aviator of the 1900’s who painted the Prancing Horse emblem, Cavallino logo, on his bi-plane during World War I. • Baracca’s mother was a big fan of Enzo Ferrari when he had begun his racing career, reporting many triumphs. She later asked Enzo to put her son’s logo on his car to bring him good luck, just like it did for her son. • The queue line includes a hangar building, barracks, warehouse and radio room, where guests enter to learn about Ferrari logo’s history and be briefed ahead of the ride. -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
The rumour about the name change doesn't seem to have happened. -
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dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I drove past flying aces today. Sadly to wasn't testing but is did take a few pics and found some bi plane wings. Not sure what is happening with them . Enjoy -
I will be in the uk for most of July. So if this happens and you want to meet up somewhere let me know.
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Ferrari World Discussion Thread
dubaidave replied to Captain Jack's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I like the name.