A record-breaking roller coaster was demolished at Six Flags Park in New Jersey on Friday marking the end of a thrilling chapter in the history of the amusement park.
The Kingda Ka Rollercoaster on Six Flags' great adventure was destroyed by a demolition crew early Friday morning, three months after officials announced the closure of rides in November.
Aerial footage of the scene shows the roller coaster's steel beams collapsed, creating a cloud of smoke near one of the park's parking lots. The ride opened in 2005.
Zumanjaro: The Doom of Doom, a drop tower attached to Kingda Ka, was also destroyed during demolition. It opened in 2014 and closed on the same day as the iconic roller coaster.
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Previously the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world, King Daka was destroyed on Friday at the Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey (Fox 29 Philadelphia)
The King Daka was one of the most famous rides in Jackson, New Jersey. Theme ParkClock in as the tallest roller coaster in the world. The roller coaster, which boasts a maximum height of 456 feet, held a world record until it closed in November.
The Kingda Ka Ride rushed over a rider between 1 and 128 mph in just 3.5 seconds, making it the fastest roller coaster in North America. After passengers shot the truck at a 90-degree angle, Kingda KA offered a 418-foot drop, marking the longest drop in the roller coaster in the US
Six Flags officials said the closure of King Daka is intended to give way to the “Multi Record Breaking Launch Coaster” which will open in 2026, although details of successors are limited.
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Kingda Ka had been in operation for almost 20 years before closing in November last year. (Fox 29 Philadelphia)
“We understand that saying goodbye to our beloved vehicle is difficult, and we appreciate the passion we have from our guests,” Brian Bacica, the great Adventures president at Six Flags, said in a press release obtained by Fox News Digital. “These changes are an important part of our growth and commitment to delivering exceptional new experiences.”
Construction of Kingda KA's replacement was part of Six Flags' $2 billion investment, the company announced.
“The investment totaling between $500 million and $525 million in both 2025 and 2026 includes new vehicles, attractions and Theme area“We believe that dining upgrades and enhanced technology will bring unparalleled levels of fun and excitement to guests of all ages,” the announcement said.
After climbing and descending the main tower of the “Kingda Ka” roller coaster at Six Flags Amusement Park in Jackson, New Jersey, the rider travels over the second hill. (Stan Honda/AFP via Getty Images)
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Fox News Digital reached out to Six Flags' amazing adventures for additional comments.
Sophia Compton, Ashlyn Messier and Christine Rousselle of Fox News Digital contributed to this report.
