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Browse the ride systems that shaped modern parks, from graceful B&M hyper coasters to compact Gerstlauer Euro-Fighters and high-energy Rocky Mountain Construction hybrids.

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Model of the Minute Air Launch Coaster S&S Worldwide

Air Launch Coaster

A launch coaster using compressed-air technology for punchy acceleration and tall vertical elements.

ManufacturerS&S Worldwide
Debuted2001
TypeCompressed-air launch coaster
Typical height120-200 ft
Typical speed60-80 mph

S&S air launch coasters are recognized for forceful starts and unusual layouts. They often pair quick acceleration with towers, inversions, or compact turning sections.

Recognizable coasterDodonpa

Dodonpa at Fuji-Q Highland was the most famous S&S air launch coaster, known for an extremely forceful compressed-air launch and a layout built around sudden speed and dramatic vertical elements.

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