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American Eagle

Six Flags Great America

American Eagle wooden coaster is an out and back racer. Two tracks run parallel to each other allowing the trains to race side-by-side for most of the ride. After cruising down the 147-foot first drop the American Eagle flies over several low lying hills before reaching the impressive helix at the opposite end. The return run is just as fun with a series of exciting drops and bunny hops.

American Eagle Details

Year	Track	Type	Designer
1981	Wood	Racing, Out and Back	Intamin AG, Curtis D. Summers

Roller Coaster Stats

Height: 127 feet	Drop: 147 feet
Angle Of Descent: 55 degrees	Top Speed: 66 mph
Length: 4,650 feet	Trains: 4 - 30 passenger
Train Mfg: Philadelphia Toboggan Co.	Ride Time: 2 minutes, 35 seconds

More Facts About American Eagle

One side of the American Eagle operates with the trains turned backwards.

Maximum two train operation per side.

Ride capacity: 1,800 passengers per hour

Trains have five cars with three rows each, seating two abreast per row.

Height Requirement: Riders must be at least 48 inches tall

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