Why is acrophobia closed Six Flags?

Acrophobia was closed down on June 22, 2007, after an accident occurred on Superman: Tower of Power at Kentucky Kingdom when a 13-year-old girl had both of her feet severed by a faulty cable.



Acrophobia, the iconic floorless tilt drop tower at Six Flags Over Georgia, is currently closed for the start of the 2026 season due to a massive, multi-month scheduled refurbishment and modernization project. This extensive maintenance is part of the park's "Legacy Refresh" initiative, aimed at ensuring the long-term structural integrity and ride comfort of its classic thrill attractions. The project involves a complete overhaul of the ride's catch-car mechanism, the installation of a brand-new magnetic braking system for smoother decelerations, and a full aesthetic repainting. Additionally, the unique "tilting" seats, which lean riders forward at a 15-degree angle at the 200-foot summit, are undergoing a total ergonomic redesign to improve the rider experience. While the closure has disappointed some early-season visitors, park officials have stated that these upgrades are essential for the ride to meet modern safety standards and to minimize unscheduled downtime during the peak summer months. The ride is currently slated to move into its testing phase in late spring, with an official grand reopening expected by Memorial Day weekend 2026.

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