In a moment that will be etched in roller coaster history, Falcon’s Flight at Six Flags Qiddiya in Saudi Arabia has completed its first full-speed test run, clocking in at an astonishing 156 MPH — making it the fastest roller coaster ever built.
Breaking Every Record in the Book
Manufactured by Swiss engineering firm Intamin, Falcon’s Flight doesn’t just break the speed record. It obliterates the competition across multiple categories:
- Top Speed: 156 MPH (251 km/h) — surpassing Formula Rossa’s 149 MPH
- Track Length: Over 4 km (2.5 miles) — the longest coaster in the world
- Tallest Drop: 192 meters (630 feet) — diving off the edge of a natural cliff
- Ride Duration: Approximately 3 minutes and 30 seconds
Engineering Marvel on the Edge of a Cliff
What makes Falcon’s Flight truly unique isn’t just its statistics — it’s the terrain. The coaster is built into the natural landscape of the Tuwaiq Escarpment, with the signature drop sending riders off the edge of a 200-meter cliff face before pulling up in a massive valley below.
“This is not just a roller coaster. This is an engineering achievement on par with the greatest structural projects in the world.” — Intamin CEO
What This Means for the Industry
The opening of Falcon’s Flight signals a new era in theme park attractions, with Saudi Arabia positioning itself as a global destination for thrill-seekers. Six Flags Qiddiya is expected to open its gates to the public in late 2026, with Falcon’s Flight as its undisputed flagship attraction.
For coaster enthusiasts who have been tracking this project since its announcement in 2019, the wait is almost over — and based on these test results, it will be worth every second.
Stay tuned to CoasterWire for opening day coverage and our full ride review.
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