The Coney Island Cyclone is temporarily closed due to a mechanical problem that developed on August 22, 2024, and is currently undergoing repairs. We will reopen the Cyclone roller coaster when the repair is complete and the ride passes its (Department of Buildings) inspection.
During the ride on Thursday, a crack was found on the chain sprocket that spurred operators to stop the ride entirely. The ride was then inspected on Friday and the owners of the part were hit with violations for operating with damaged equipment and not immediately notifying the department about the issues.
At Luna Park in Coney Island, safety is our number one priority, and ride maintenance and thorough testing happens daily before Luna Park opens and throughout the day as necessary.
The Cyclone roller coaster is approaching one hundred years old, having begun operating on June 26, 1927. It has become an iconic part of the New York theme park, being featured in various entertainment mediums.
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