News Carowinds Project 2023: Aeronautica Landing

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On August 11th, 2022, Carowinds officially announced a new aviation-themed land called Aeronautica Landing. This immersive new area is slated to replace the former Crossroads section of the park between Afterburn and Copperhead Strike. Aeronautica Landing is planned to debut in 2023, Carowinds' 50th anniversary.

Aeronautica Landing Concept Art


New Attractions​

Air Racer​

  • Manufacturer: Zamperla
  • Model: Air Race

Official Description:​

Do you have what it takes to maneuver these speedsters of the skies? Hop in a vehicle of your choice and race and roll through the obstacles recreated from heroic tales of ace pilots high in the Carolina sky. Air Racer delivers an exciting ride combined with impressive visuals due to its uniquely designed experience.​
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Air Walker​

  • Manufacturer: Zamperla
  • Model: Skater

Official Description:​

Our aviation experts are testing the limits of an experimental aircraft engine and need your help. New lift and propulsion technologies simulated in this rotating ride can make planes faster but sometimes unstable. Willing to take a spin and put the latest and greatest thrill machine to the test?​
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Gear Spin​

  • Manufacturer: Zamperla
  • Model: NebulaZ

Official Description:​

What if a ginormous, red-hot propulsion engine—normally used to thrust an aircraft through the atmosphere—was outfitted with seats for riders? What if the engine’s extreme power and force created a speeding, spinning adventure reserved for only the bravest riders? Say hello to Gear Spin.​
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Gyro Force​

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Official Description:​

Located inside secret testing grounds, the X-J1 is used to evaluate new lift and propulsion technologies. The wild experimental engine design on this experience is bigger and faster, and maybe a little unstable, and requires brave test pilots daily to help advance this exciting research.​
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Rethemed Attractions​

Hover & Dodge​

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Official Description:​

Aspiring hovercraft pilots can learn the ropes in the specially designed, cosmic training ground. But there is a wacky twist: In this futuristic version of bumper cars, these are transformed hot rods into hovercrafts—and they are prone to malfunction and bump into each for a high-larious time.​
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Food & Beverage Offerings​

Terminal A​

Official Description:​

Modeled after high-end and exclusive sky clubs, the new Terminal A restaurant and bar offers top-tier service, delicious eats, and craft beer on a stunning patio. Ask the friendly staff about the history of Carolina aviation and the flight jackets on display.​
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Air Drop Supply Co.​

Official Description:​

Drop in for delicious treats at Air Drop Supply Co., the new walk-up diner. A unique kitchen from a container simulating those that are filled with supplies and dropped from airplanes to people below. Give the “Sky-High Dog” a try!​

Additional Elements​

Aeronautica Landing Game Zone​

Official Description:​

Acrobatic challenges and prizes await as you walk a balance beam or hang as long as possible—all against a backdrop that simulates a high-altitude experience. Practice your accuracy by pushing your aircraft up a wall to win a race underneath a prized-filled canopy. Level-up your hoops game and score prizes with aeronautical clues to help with basketball trajectory and gravity. Try the balloon bust classic carnival game where everyone is a winner.​
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the only update to be seen (which this was new to me because every time i want to ride pvz, it's closed) is that pvz has been downgraded to 2d now when i finally got to ride it on July 2nd. i definitely can tell the ride is on its way out regardless of next year's plans.

for those that haven't been to the park, a brief list of signs on why pvz is more than likely getting axed:
1. gift shop exit completely closed down and riders exit out through the doors they enter from.
2. the trailers for scenery that sat in front of the queue lines have been gone since 2019 and the cut outs of the zombies that were in the closed shop took their place.
3. the aforementioned downgrade to 2d.
4. the ride is constantly closed... at least every time i visit.
 
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Executioner822 said:
the only update to be seen (which this was new to me because every time i want to ride pvz, it's closed) is that pvz has been downgraded to 2d now when i finally got to ride it on July 2nd. i definitely can tell the ride is on its way out regardless of next year's plans.

for those that haven't been to the park, a brief list of signs on why pvz is more than likely getting axed:
1. gift shop exit completely closed down and riders exit out through the doors they enter from.
2. the trailers for scenery that sat in front of the queue lines have been gone since 2019 and the cut outs of the zombies that were in the closed shop took their place.
3. the aforementioned downgrade to 2d.
4. the ride is constantly closed... at least every time i visit.
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It was open when I went
 
Executioner822 said:
the only update to be seen (which this was new to me because every time i want to ride pvz, it's closed) is that pvz has been downgraded to 2d now when i finally got to ride it on July 2nd. i definitely can tell the ride is on its way out regardless of next year's plans.

for those that haven't been to the park, a brief list of signs on why pvz is more than likely getting axed:
1. gift shop exit completely closed down and riders exit out through the doors they enter from.
2. the trailers for scenery that sat in front of the queue lines have been gone since 2019 and the cut outs of the zombies that were in the closed shop took their place.
3. the aforementioned downgrade to 2d.
4. the ride is constantly closed... at least every time i visit.
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I went June 28 and 29 and it was open all day each day. My nephew did it at least 20 times in those two days. He’d just walk out and head right back up the stairs to get in line again.
 
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Hopefully so. Might be there next week to snap some photos, kinda sad that Southern Star is closing especially given it escaped being scrapped once already
 
ParamountParks said:
Hopefully so. Might be there next week to snap some photos, kinda sad that Southern Star is closing especially given it escaped being scrapped once already
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I’d imagine parts will be sent to KD for Beserker
 
I don't know about you; but, I am not so sure the Southern Star is going away. Could the ride simply be SBNO due to all the upcoming construction? It appears the existing attractions/buildings are in a compact area. Seems, with some attractions/buildings coming out or having major modifications done to make way for the new rides; along with potential changes to the pathways and landscaping, it was prudent just to close the whole area off. Sorta like when Avalanche was SBNO last year due to the Jungle-Xpedition makeover.
 
ProjectSuperPenguino said:
Sorry to be Mr Grammar Nazi but it's Houston, not Huston.
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Sorry to be Mr. Punctuation Nazi but “Mr” should always be followed by a period in American English.

In US English, ALL of the abbreviations should be followed by a period, e.g. Let's give a warm welcome to Mr. Sherlock Holmes and Capt. John Watson. Source
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