No, the Disney Skyliner gondolas at Walt Disney World do not have air conditioning; instead, they rely on a system of passive ventilation to keep guests cool. The cabins are designed with cross-ventilation windows and vents at the top and bottom that create a natural breeze while the gondola is in motion. In 2026, this remain a point of discussion among guests, especially during the sweltering Florida summers where temperatures frequently exceed 90°F. While the breeze is usually sufficient to keep the cabin comfortable while moving, the interior can quickly become a "hot box" if the system stalls or pauses for an extended period in direct sunlight. To help mitigate the heat, the gondola windows are treated with a reflective tint to block a significant portion of UV rays and solar heat. Disney chose this passive system because traditional AC units and the heavy batteries required to power them would have added thousands of pounds to each cabin, necessitating much thicker cables and stronger towers, which would have significantly increased the complexity and cost of the multi-mile transportation network.