Six Flags to Say Goodbye to Kingda Ka, Green Lantern and More for Major Park Development and New ‘Launch Coaster’

Six Flags Great Adventure is saying goodbye to the former ‘King of Coasters,’ Kingda Ka in a move that will revamp the park over the next two years.

Kingda Ka, Green Lantern, Parachutes, The Twister and the Sky Way will all be retired to make room for a more than $1 billion investment in the theme park, which is set to launch THE FLASHTM: Vertical Velocity in 2025. Six Flags Great Adventure also revealed that a multi-world-record-breaking launch roller coaster will debut at the Jackson theme park in 2026.

“With our dedication to creating unforgettable experiences, the park’s multi-year expansion
plans will bring major investments, including record-breaking thrill rides, revitalized family
experiences, elevated dining, expanded events, and continuous enhancements across the
property,” said Brian Bacica, park president.

“In 2025, we’re thrilled to debut THE FLASHTM: Vertical Velocity, North America’s first super
boomerang coaster. And in 2026, we’ll unveil an all-new, multi-record-breaking launch coaster,
a must-ride attraction sure to capture fans’ imaginations,” Bacica said.

Sunsetting the Former ‘King of Coasters’

Kingda Ka, ranked as the world’s tallest and fastest coaster, has delivered more than 12 million
rides since 2005. The ride’s retirement, in addition to the removal of The Twister and
Parachutes, makes way for a new signature attraction – a multi-record-breaking launch coaster
– to debut in 2026.

The park will also remove The Sky Way for future development, continuing the park’s
commitment to enhancing the guest experience.
“We understand that saying goodbye to beloved rides can be difficult, and we appreciate our
guests’ passion. These changes are an important part of our growth and dedication to delivering
exceptional new experiences. We look forward to sharing more details next summer,”