Backlot Stunt Coaster
In the middle of the ride, cars screech to a halt for this scene. When the ride opened, the helicopter would rise up and shoot at the cars, bullets caused water splashes, and a ball of fire erupted from a barrel. After the flames, cars were launched through a long, dark, winding tunnel. Unfortunately, a lot of the special effects aren't operating any more.
The metal fins located under the cars are used for the Linear Induction Motor launch.
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