Six Flags has acquired ArieForce One, the 15-story steel roller coaster that opened at Fun Spot America Atlanta in 2023.
Built by Rocky Mountain Construction, the coaster closed last month when Fun Spot America Atlanta in Fayetteville, Georgia, shut down.
The ride became popular with enthusiasts for its combination of speed, airtime and inversions, building a following among visitors from across the US and overseas.
According to a press release, Six Flags will introduce the attraction at one of its parks during the 2028-2029 operating seasons. The coaster's future home remains under wraps.
Six Flags described ArieForce One as "one of the most acclaimed coaster experiences of the modern era", adding that it will "retain the classic ArieForce One name, honouring the coaster’s history and preserving the identity that helped make it a fan favourite".
"From the moment ArieForce One closed, we knew how much this coaster meant to the enthusiast community and to guests who travelled from around the world to experience it," said Mark Pauls, chief operating officer of Six Flags.
He added: "This is a ride that consistently generated excitement, acclaim and passionate fan support. We are thrilled to preserve its legacy, invest in its future and bring this extraordinary attraction to a new generation of guests.
"This acquisition represents our commitment to delivering world-class thrills and creating unforgettable experiences across the Six Flags portfolio."
Coaster's future home remains under wraps
The coaster was named after Fun Spot America founder John Arie Sr and represented a major investment by the family-owned company.
"When we built ArieForce One, we wanted to create something truly special. Something that would put Fun Spot America on the map with coaster enthusiasts and families around the world and create memories that would last a lifetime," said John Arie Jr, CEO of Fun Spot America.
"Seeing ArieForce One preserved and finding a new home with Six Flags means a great deal to me and my family. Its story isn't ending, it's beginning a new chapter, and we are excited that future generations will get to experience ArieForce One."
Harriet is a freelance news writer specialising in entertainment news. She graduated from the University of Kingston with a BA in fine art and has an MA in journalism from Birkbeck University. As well as being a theme park enthusiast, Harriet has an interest in the arts, which she explored in her thesis on Fine Art and Walt Disney.
