Target of 130-135mph could maybe be feasible. (WWJ) -- When Cedar Point reopens this spring, one popular roller coaster will be noticeably quiet. Wicked Twister removed, MaxAir placed back on. A banner at the top of Top Thrill Dragster's ride page on Cedar Point's website said the . They can be seen in the video embedded below along with a commentary from America's Coaster Network with their thoughts on further changes. A Cedar Point spokesperson said then, though, that the ride would remain closed for the 2022 season. Clarks statement continued, Today we received the results of the investigation by the Ohio Department of Agricultures Division of Amusement Ride Safety & Fairs, which determined that after examining the documentation provided and conducting interviews of Cedar Point staff, ODA found no evidence that Cedar Point had knowledge of or reason to believe that the Top Thrill Dragster was in an unsafe condition that could cause a hazard to riders, employees, or the public on Aug. 15, 2021.'. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. The post goes on to say that track is also being removed from the load/unload station which does suggest that major work is being done which could mean the Top Thrill Dragster is getting a "switch-track and dedicated multi-launch track segment,". Of course that list could be updated in a heartbeat. However, if it can't operate with winds over 15mph I would have to agree that Intamin was short sighted. The park says crews first will removethe power, controls,linear induction motors, sensors and other equipment before removing the steel track and supports that stretch high into the sky. Cedar Point announces its 'reimagined' Top Thrill Dragster will not What happened with TTD could be partly a maintenance failure although the coaster did experience an inordinate amount of downtime. Cedar Point's Top Thrill Dragster Closed After Object Flies Off Ride The ride had been idle for a full year . Cedar Point Bucks The Trend Regarding Ticket Prices And Chaperone Policy. Will Top Thrill Dragster Reopen In 2023 - Cedar Point Recently Retired We then asked your opinion in our poll as to whether you would like to see a return of this classic coaster. But due to this the news of some accidents came to the fore, due to which Cedar Point has announced to close it now, giving importance to the safety of the people. [15] A fifth car was added to each by midseason. The report found that there was insufficient evidence that the park had violated any laws. Yes. Live On-Air. But unfortunately let us tell you that in September 2022, Cedar Point confirmed by a post on social media that now Top Thrill Dragster has been closed forever. While it remains on the list of the park's attractions on its website, Cedar Point has not commented on the coaster's fate for next season. Privacy Policy. Cedar Point Bucks The Trend Regarding Ticket Prices And Chaperone Policy. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Compared to the other major coaster manufacturers, they have had a litany of problems with their designs. sister ride, Xcelerator at Knott's Berry Farm is to reopen. There are certainly a number of possibilities to breathe new life into the legendary Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point and we are expecting great things from the "new and reimagined ride experience" that we have been promised. October 18 - We are closely following the progress of the eagerly awaited Top Thrill Dragster reimagining which was first announced back in September.