Orlando drop tower death blamed on unsafe ‘adjustment’ to seat, safety sensors
The ride has remained closed since the fatal fall of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson.
Theme park news: Orlando Slingshot suspended / Beast gets longer / Universal raises culinary pay
The Orlando Slingshot has suspended operations after a deadly accident on the Orlando Free Fall drop tower operated by the same company.
Orlando drop tower ‘closed until further notice’ following 14-year-old’s death
The ride is promoted as the world’s tallest free-standing drop tower at 430 feet.
Cedar Point cleared in Top Thrill Dragster accident, but keeping coaster closed in 2022
Cedar Point workers said there were no known issues with the metal plate that flew off the ride and hit a woman in the queue.
Theme park news: Lost Island map / Emperor delay / What flew off Top Thrill Dragster
The Waterloo, Iowa theme park will open in 2022 and feature five themed "realms."
Cedar Point accident update: Top Thrill Dragster closed for rest of 2021
Media reports have noted inconsistencies between Cedar Point's initial statement and eyewitness accounts of the accident.
Theme park news: FastPass future? / Flavors of Florida / Adventureland Iowa death
Disneyland Paris is replacing its FastPass system, so will the same change come to Disney World and Disneyland?
Florida theme park injuries include guest passing out after riding Incredible Hulk coaster
Five injuries and illnesses at Central Florida’s theme parks were included in the latest quarterly injury to the state of Florida.
Theme park news: Knott’s extends passes / Florida injury report / Indiana Beach opening date
Knott's will now extend passes into 2022 for each day the park remains closed.