US amusement park to launch ‘world’s tallest and longest launched wing roller coaster,’ it goes 0 to 65 mph in 4 seconds

A RECORD-BREAKING roller coaster is set to open in a US amusement park.

Kings Dominion , a theme park in Doswell, Virginia , will debut its Rapterra wing roller coaster in 2025.

Kings Dominion Amusement Park, Doswell, VA

At 145 feet tall and 3,086 feet long, Rapterra is the world’s tallest and longest wing coaster.

The ride, based on the Jungle Hawk, launches as part of the park’s 50th anniversary celebration.

The attraction is named after the story of an ancient shrine that was made in honor of the hawk.

Built at the base of the volcano Mt. Inferna, the shrine was eventually destroyed when a magma chamber collapsed.

According to the theme park’s website, archaeologists who recently uncovered the volcanic site discovered the remains of the Jungle Hawk shrine.

The ride mimics the sensation of taking flight, and passengers may be shocked by its instant acceleration.

Rapterra accelerates riders up to 65 miles an hour in just four seconds, taking them from zero to superhero speeds.

The rapid change in speed is meant to mimic “a Jungle Hawk when it mounts an attack on its prey.”

What’s more, travelers can expect exhilarating drops as the car takes them over the coaster’s peak through dive loops, S-turns, hills, and even a 360-degree raptor roll.

The ride of a lifetime lasts for just 89 seconds and flips riders upside down three times.

“We are excited to unveil Rapterra, the must-do ride of 2025, at Kings Dominion,” said Bridgette Bywater, vice president and general manager of Kings Dominion.

“This extraordinary addition promises new thrills for our guests, making it the perfect centerpiece for our 50th-anniversary celebration.

“[It reaffirms] why Kings Dominion is the ultimate destination for unforgettable memories and exhilarating excitement.”

Construction of the ride is already underway and is expected to wrap up in the fall.

Kings Dominion Amusement Park, Doswell, VA

Excited fans can anticipate the ride’s grand opening in 2025, which will coincide with the theme park’s 50th anniversary.

The ride will be Kings Dominion’s 14th rollercoaster and will replace the former Volcano: The Blast Coaster that closed in 2018.

Visitors can purchase Kings Dominion’s tiered passes, available at silver, gold, and prestige tiers.

Silver passes grant customers unlimited visits through Labor Day, while gold and prestige include uncapped visits through Labor Day and Oktoberfest treats, among other perks.

Daily tickets for the park start at $44.99 , with options to add meals, fast lane perks, and others.

Purchasing online can save visitors up to $40 off prices at the door.