Firehawk was located in the Area 72 (formerly X-Base) section of Kings Island, positioned near the back of the park. It sat specifically between the Flight of Fear indoor coaster and the woods that now house the massive giga-coaster, Orion. Firehawk was a "flying" coaster manufactured by Vekoma, where riders were tilted back to a laying position before being flipped over to face the ground during the ride. It originally operated at Geauga Lake as X-Flight before being moved to Kings Island in 2007. The ride was a staple of the park's thrill lineup for over a decade until it was demolished in late 2018. The land it occupied was essential for the construction of Orion, which opened in 2020. Today, in 2026, fans can still see "tributes" to Firehawk within the Area 72 theming, including references to its "prototype" status in the queue lines for the newer rides. Its removal was controversial among coaster enthusiasts, but it was ultimately deemed necessary due to its high maintenance costs and the desire for a more reliable, high-capacity attraction.