The Looping Starship is an
amusement ride
Amusement rides, sometimes called carnival rides, are mechanical devices or structures that move people especially kids to create fun and enjoyment.
Rides are often perceived by many as being scary or more dangerous than they actually are. This ...
manufactured by
Intamin of
Switzerland. The ride is a
swinging ship that can spin a complete 360-degree revolution.
The ride has been modified with custom theming to resemble a number of different vehicles, including a
Space Shuttle
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, a
fighter jet
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, an Egyptian cargo ship, and a
Looney Tunes ACME Rocket.
The Looping Starship is manufactured either as a traveling model or a park model. Most parks require riders to be at least tall.
Locations
Existing Looping Starships
Removed
References
External links
Intamin Looping Starship
Pendulum rides
Upside-down amusement rides
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