Six Flags Magic Mountain Reveals Thrill Glider Coaster Opening in 2027
Six Flags Magic Mountain has officially announced Thrill Glider, a revolutionary new coaster category opening in 2027 featuring hovercycles and futuristic lore.
Six Flags Magic Mountain has officially announced that Thrill Glider, a first-of-its-kind roller coaster, will debut in 2027. Created exclusively for Magic Mountain, the attraction combines flying, motorbike, and suspended coaster technologies to establish an entirely new roller coaster category: the Thrillglider. It will combine the freedom of flight with the intensity of a multi-launch thrill coaster, delivering an experience unlike anything guests have ever ridden.
Developed by world-renowned coaster manufacturer Vekoma for Six Flags Magic Mountain, Thrill Glider riders will board hovercycles (flying-bike vehicles) and assume a prone, face-forward position suspended beneath the track. The custom-designed, terrain-following layout encompasses 20 unique track elements and packs an action-filled 80 seconds into a dynamic aerial adventure. Guests will launch multiple times to speeds reaching 50 mph, encounter 12 airtime moments, soar through five unique inversions (wing-over, zero-g roll, overbanked stall turn, barrel roll, and upward barrel roll), and race through a dramatic station fly-by as they traverse nearly 3.5 acres. Enhanced by synchronized onboard audio and immersive lighting effects, every moment is designed to amplify the sensation of speed, flight, and freedom.
Thrill Glider at Six Flags Magic Mountain
Upon opening, Thrill Glider will set a collection of records, including:
- World’s First Thrillglider
- World’s First Multi-Launch Thrillglider
- World’s Longest Thrillglider – 3,380 feet, which is more than half a mile
- World’s Fastest Thrillglider – 50 mph
- World’s Tallest Thrillglider – 107 feet
- Most Inversions on a Thrillglider – 5
Thrill Glider will immerse visitors in the world of QuantumPulse Propulsion Systems, a visionary technology company led by inventor and entrepreneur Rebecca Silva. The journey begins long before takeoff in “The Futurist Pavilion,” a sleek showcase facility filled with dynamic displays, holographic presentations, and scientific exhibits detailing the company’s discovery of PSR B417, a powerful new energy source with the potential to transform tomorrow.
As riders move through the queue, they catch glimpses of towering hexagonal collectors embedded in the hillside, harvesting energy from distant pulsars in space. As riders enter the load station, illuminated blue energy lines, aerodynamic architecture, and pulsing atmospheric audio build anticipation as they prepare to board QuantumPulse’s latest breakthrough. Once launched, riders will feel the power of PSR B417 firsthand as the vehicles soar above the landscape through sweeping maneuvers, sudden dives, and weightless moments that simulate piloting a high-speed hovercycle powered by tomorrow’s technology. Blending engaging storytelling, futuristic design, and advanced coaster technology, Thrill Glider delivers a one-of-a-kind adventure that transports guests into an optimistic vision of the future.
Official Statement from Six Flags Magic Mountain
“Thrill Glider is more than a new attraction. It is the latest milestone in Six Flags Magic Mountain’s renaissance and a reflection of the park’s enduring role as an industry innovator,” said Brian Oerding, park president of Six Flags Magic Mountain. “With a decades-long reputation for introducing record-breaking attractions and genre-defining rides, Magic Mountain is uniquely positioned to pioneer an entirely new coaster category and bring Thrill Glider to life.”
At Magic Mountain, excitement isn’t defined by a single measurement. For some guests, that means chasing record-breaking speeds and inversions. For others, it’s the feeling of soaring through the air, experiencing weightlessness for the first time, or sharing an unforgettable ride with family and friends. As the park continues to evolve, it is introducing attractions that appeal to a wider range of guests. Thrill Glider embodies that vision, delivering a new kind of excitement that makes the sensation of flight accessible to more riders than ever. With a minimum height requirement of just 48 inches, Thrill Glider will be open to a broad range of thrill-seekers, from families and first-time coaster riders to dedicated enthusiasts.
Thrill Glider will be located on the former site of the Golden Bear Theatre, between Full Throttle and LEX LUTHOR: Drop of Doom and adjacent to the recently reimagined Looney Tunes Land. The ride is already under construction and is scheduled to open in 2027. Additional details and opening information will be announced at a later date.
Start Your Countdown to Thrill Glider Flight
Guests can lock in their seat to be one of the first to ride Thrill Glider with a 2027 Season Pass, available now. The lowest price of the season was recently extended and is available through Sept. 13, offering unlimited flights in 2027 and park access for the remainder of 2026. Guests can begin the countdown today and watch as Thrill Glider takes shape while also enjoying this year’s Fright Fest, Tricks and Treats, and Holiday in the Park seasonal celebrations. Passholders also receive regional access to multiple parks across the West Coast, including Knott’s Berry Farm featuring the newly opened MonteZOOMa: The Forbidden Fortress, and the park’s legendary Halloween celebrations, Knott’s Scary Farm. For more information on 2027 Season Passes or to plan your visit to Magic Mountain, visit sixflags.com/magicmountain.
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