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Helicopters
Opened: 1963
Location: Kiddie Land
Manufactured By: Alan Herschell
Number Of Helicopters: 8
Ride Capacity: 16 (2 per helicopter)
Height Requirement: 54" maximum
 
RIDE EXPERIENCE
The individual Helicopters circle around in a counter-clockwise direction. Meanwhile, the children can choose their altitude by moving a handle back & forth.
 
RIDE HISTORY & INFO
The Helicopters were one of the first kiddie rides in Lagoon and one of the oldest kiddie rides still operating.
      In August 2005, they were temporarily taken down to receive a much needed tune up. The ride returned shortly and is currently operating.
 
PHOTOS
Photo by FS Photo: FS
This is the KSL helicopter. There's also one for the Lagoon Fire Department, Police Department and Military.
 
Photo courtesty Laura Moncur, Starling-Travel.com Photo: Laura Moncur, Starling Travel
Here is the ride in 1973. This photo also offers a view of Kiddie Land as it was in the early 70's.
 
Photo courtesy Laura Moncur, Starling Travel Photo: Laura Moncur, Starling Travel
Another 1973 photo shows this Helicopter facade as well as the old Animal Land Train station in the background.
 
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