VALENCIA, CA
A Channel 4 NBCLA news helicopter made a safe emergency landing at Six Flags Magic Mountain late Thursday night after the pilot hit a bird. No human injuries were reported. A statement issued by the producers of NBCLA reads: “Newschopper4 Alpha was struck by a bird tonight. It made a safe and precautionary landing at Magic Mountain.” FULL STORY
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Triotech, creator of award-winning media-based attractions, is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
The company was founded in 1999 by current President and CEO Ernest Yale with a handful of key collaborators. It has evolved to become a recognized global leader in media-based attractions. “We’d like to thank all our customers and partners who trusted us and participated in our success. We love to say that we’re not 20 years old... but 20 years young! We still have a lot of passion, energy, and ideas. We see a bright future for the attractions industry as a whole and we are glad to be part of it!” commented Ernest Yale, President and CEO of Triotech. Triotech has deployed more than 350 attractions in over 60 countries across all continents and over 110 million guests have lived a Triotech experience over the last decade. FULL STORY WILLIAMSBURG, VA
While details remain slim about the 355-foot height waiver requested by Busch Gardens Williamsburg for a new attraction, a new staff report illuminates some aspects of the project. James City County has released the report for the 355-foot height waiver, stating the attraction is a “lattice-type” construction and that it may be visible from areas of the county where others rides currently are not. The report, which was filed Wednesday, does not explain what “lattice” construction could be. The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to have a public hearing at 5 p.m. May 14, according to the report. FULL STORY ANAHEIM, CA
Two hours after Disneyland began accepting online reservations Thursday from people who want to be the first to experience the newest attraction, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the coveted slots were all filled. Disneyland began at 10 a.m. Pacific time to accept online reservation requests to visit the $1-billion expansion for four-hour periods. Those reservations were filled by noon, according to theme park officials. Fans who want to see Galaxy’s Edge during the first three weeks after its May 31 opening can still get a reservation to visit the land but only by booking a room in one of three hotels in the resort. FULL STORY WILLIAMSBURG, VA
A new thrill opens Friday at Busch Gardens. Finnegan’s Flyer is the newest ride to make you scream in excitement…or terror maybe. It’s in the Ireland Village at the park and reaches 80 feet tall with max speeds of 45 miles per hour. It has two arms that swing back-and-forth going perpetually higher. It's certainly a thrill that many folks are excited about! FULL STORY SeaWorld San Antonio Opens State-of-the-Art Turtle Reef Habitat, Two New Family Thrill Rides5/3/2019 SAN ANTONIO, TX
Today, SeaWorld San Antonio unveiled Turtle Reef™, featuring a first-of-its-kind biofiltration habitat. Guests can get an up-close look at endangered and rescued sea turtles and multi-colored fish, while learning more about the human impact on the oceans. Additionally, the park opened two new thrill rides that further enhance the attraction’s theme of sea turtle conservation. Riptide Rescue™ is an exciting rescue adventure, taking families on a mission to help save marine animals and Sea Swinger™, a thrilling high swing ride that will launch riders on an arc almost parallel with the ground at the top of its trajectory, before sending them soaring to the same point in the opposite direction—all in mere seconds. These rides and the turtle habitat mark the fifth-consecutive year that the park has added new attractions. Turtle Reef’s 126,000-gallon coral reef-themed environment was designed as a natural biofiltration system to build a near natural, environmentally based recirculating filtration system that attracts wildlife and reduces water and energy consumption in the park, enabling the park to further its eco-friendly mission. This biodynamic, multi-species habitat will be inhabited by rescued and non-releasable sea turtles in SeaWorld’s world-class care, including endangered green sea turtles, and Big Mama, a 250-pound loggerhead sea turtle rescued offshore in the Gulf of Mexico after sustaining significant injuries to her front and back flippers. Dan Ashe is President and CEO of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and former U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director. He said, “Turtle Reef exemplifies SeaWorld’s commitment to ocean protection. This amazing exhibit couples endangered sea turtle rescue with an engaging and inspiring guest experience, and employs state-of-the-art, biodynamic filtration. It demonstrates the leadership that modern and accredited aquariums and zoos are providing in saving animals from extinction.” “Ocean pollution, oil spills and habitat degradation are some of the biggest challenges facing sea turtles, and Turtle Reef provides an immersive opportunity for guests to learn how they can help the species,” said SeaWorld and Aquatica San Antonio park president Carl Lum. “We are excited to showcase a species that has never been featured before at SeaWorld San Antonio, while educating guests about our mission to protect animals and habitats worldwide.” SeaWorld San Antonio is excited to partner with The University of Texas Marine Science Institute’s Amos Rehabilitation Keep (ARK) as the conservation partner for Turtle Reef. Five percent of the proceeds from the purchase of select turtle merchandise sold at SeaWorld San Antonio will go to toward the non-profit organization whose primary mission is to rescue and rehabilitate sick and injured sea turtles, birds, terrestrial turtles and tortoises found along the South Texas coast. “We are honored to join SeaWorld San Antonio in our shared commitment to highlight the plight of endangered sea turtles in the wild,” said Dr. Robert Dickey, Director of The University of Texas Marine Science Institute. “This exhibit will help support the wildlife rescue and educational mission of the institute's Amos Rehabilitation Keep (ARK) in Port Aransas, and greatly enhance public understanding of the incredible diversity of marine life that we must help preserve for generations to come.” A federal judge gave final approval to a $11.5 million class action settlement agreement this week after a group sued when their SeaWorld passes were automatically renewed without their permission.
“The Settlement was entered into in good faith, is fair, reasonable and adequate,” wrote U.S. District Judge Mary Scriven of the Middle District of Florida in her order approving it after four years of litigation. Out of the $11.5 million, about $2.88 million is marked for attorney costs, and the three plaintiffs who filed the lawsuit will receive $10,000 each. FULL STORY UPDATE 5/2/19: At this time, reservations are no longer available, but if you stay at a Disneyland Resort hotel between May 31 and June 23, 2019, you can receive a designated reservation to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge during your stay. Click here to book your stay or call (714) 520-5060 now! If the hotel reservation is cancelled, the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge reservation will be cancelled.
If you are planning to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at the Disneyland Resort between May 31 and June 23, 2019, a reservation and theme park admission are required. There is no additional cost to make a reservation, but reservations are subject to availability. Here’s how to make a reservation:
VANCOUVER, BC
One of the biggest ride attractions at Playland will not be open for thrill seekers when the gates to the amusement park reopen for the season this weekend. The Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) says the Corkscrew roller coaster located at the northern edge of the Vancouver amusement park will not be in operation, as a decision has been made to dismantle and sell the popular ride — a longtime staple to Playland’s offerings. The ride will remain stationary at its location, until it has been sold, disassembled, and relocated to its new owner. FULL STORY Cedar Fair (NYSE:FUN) is scheduled to be releasing its earnings data before the market opens on Wednesday, May 8th. Analysts expect Cedar Fair to post earnings of ($1.47) per share for the quarter. Persons that are interested in participating in the company’s earnings conference call can do so.
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