Kings Dominion Reveals Opening Date for World's Tallest, Longest Wing Coaster

Virginia theme park Kings Dominion is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with the addition of Rapterra, the world's tallest and longest launched wing coaster. 

Debuting March 29, Rapterra spans 145 feet tall and is just over 3,000 feet long. Rapterra can launch riders from 0 to 65 miles per hour in just four seconds. It'll offer a dive loop, an S-turn, a wing slide, a flat spin and a 360-degree raptor roll. 

Kings Dominion remains open through April 6 for spring break. Season passholders can enjoy being the first riders on Rapterra during the passholder preview night on March 25. Silver Season Passholders this year can enjoy unlimited rides on Rapterra. 

"Rapterra is the perfect centerpiece for our 50th anniversary celebration and promises to bring a captivating and exhilarating set of thrills to a brand-new generation of guests," said Bridgette Bywater, vice president and general manager of Kings Dominion. 

"Cutting-edge attractions, family-friendly thrills and developing rich, immersive experiences are what has made Kings Dominion the premier Virginia destination for 50 years. We carry on that tradition with the introduction of Rapterra."  

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