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Several things about the new coaster have
already been confirmed by Alton Towers, John Wardley or other
sources.
| Designer/Manufacturer |
John Wardley, Bolliger
& Mabillard |
| Location |
Forbidden Valley, Alton
Towers |
| Coaster
Type |
Flying
Coaster |
| Opening
Time |
March 16th 2002 |
| Theming |
Unknown, although water
features will be a major part |
| Riding
Position |
Prone (Laying face
down), under the track |
| Trains |
3 trains, 7 rows of
four people |
| Groundwork |
Began November 2000 |
| Supports |
Supports arrived on
site August 2001 |
| Track |
Track arrived on site
August 2001 |
| Ride
Testing |
January 2002 |
The following are current rumours that are
circulating, and are NOT confirmed
- AIR will possibly feature a world's first
element, possibly the first flying coaster to go underground,
or some new kind of inversion.
- AIR will be themed around some kind of
military offence against Nemesis.
- The loading station will be themed as a
missile silo.
- A waterfall will cover the entrance to
the tunnel.
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