Opened: 1966
Manufactured By: Hrubetz
Max Height: 25 feet Height Requirement: Children under 46" must be accompanied by responsible person.
RIDE EXPERIENCE
This is a nice ride to go on after a long day of walking. The line can be pretty slow at times, but the ride is long and enjoyable. It's basically like a slanted Ferris Wheel, but goes faster and the gondolas swing outward slightly.
RIDE HISTORY & INFO
When Paratrooper opened in 1966 it was located south of where the wooden Wild Mouse was (and the new one is) on the South Midway. At that time there was a parking lot where Colossus Fire Dragon and Musik Express are now. It was moved to its current location in either 1988 or 1989. No open-toed shoes are allowed on this ride.
PHOTOS
Photo: © 2005 Braden MiskinThe Paratrooper.
Photo: John SturmThis 1990 photo shows the Paratrooper and also, the Flying Aces in their previous location, and the old Ferris Wheel on the right in its final location.
Screen capture submitted by: Firestepher A screen capture from KSL's Primetime Access in 1987 shows Paratrooper in the old location on the South Midway.
