American Eagle Model
American Eagle Model
I was reading an article about a model of the American Eagle that was operating at a mall before the ride opened. http://c-24-15-195-209.client.comcast.n ... model.jpeg
I was wondering if anyone knows weather or not this model still exsists and if so where it may be? Thanks
I was wondering if anyone knows weather or not this model still exsists and if so where it may be? Thanks
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My understanding is that model is at the park, back in one of the administrative buildings.
When that model was on tour, I remember going to see it, and it was very impressive. I don't believe it operated, though.
From my conversations with the parks public relations department, there are plans in the works for the park to display that model during the 2006 season, as that will be Eagle's 25th anniversary.
If I find out any more, I'll post it here.
When that model was on tour, I remember going to see it, and it was very impressive. I don't believe it operated, though.
From my conversations with the parks public relations department, there are plans in the works for the park to display that model during the 2006 season, as that will be Eagle's 25th anniversary.
If I find out any more, I'll post it here.
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Mr. Brian Plencner
SFGAm Employee: 1988-1992
Mr. Brian Plencner
SFGAm Employee: 1988-1992
Many years ago, before the Web was even around in full force, I somehow got in contact with a member of ACE. He sent me a bunch of photocopied Marriott information and pictures.jonrev wrote:That would be cool to see that model! Eagle really should get some TLC for 2006 (new paint).
A good portion of those pictures were of the Eagle-- from construction to opening day. I was recently going through my "Great America Box" to see what trinkets I could share on these boards, and I came upon this picture:
Sure looks like a model to me.
Rick Aiello
SFGAm Employee 1988-1999
SFGAm Employee 1988-1999
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*bump* Just wondering if the model is on display this year.
The above photo, along with several others of Eagle going up, can be seen in one of the true "bibles" of the coaster world: The Incredible Scream Machine by Robert Cartmell.
The above photo, along with several others of Eagle going up, can be seen in one of the true "bibles" of the coaster world: The Incredible Scream Machine by Robert Cartmell.
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Coaster modeler and overall park addict
Only 3 hours from Gurnee's Tidal Wave!
- BrianPlencner
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My understanding from the PR department and others was that it was suppose to be on display this season.
I do know that for the Employee Rehire Party, they did pull it out.
Currently, it is still in the back areas of the park. I am not sure if the park will pull it out or not.
The next time I'm out at the park, I will look into this, and let everyone know what I find out.
Thanks,
---Brian
EDIT: As promised, here is a picture of the AE Model from the Employee Rehire Party.
I will say that I did not take this picture, so I would like to give credit to who ever did.
I do know that for the Employee Rehire Party, they did pull it out.
Currently, it is still in the back areas of the park. I am not sure if the park will pull it out or not.
The next time I'm out at the park, I will look into this, and let everyone know what I find out.
Thanks,
---Brian
EDIT: As promised, here is a picture of the AE Model from the Employee Rehire Party.
I will say that I did not take this picture, so I would like to give credit to who ever did.
Last edited by BrianPlencner on Tue Jan 09, 2007 9:39 pm, edited 2 times in total.
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Mr. Brian Plencner
SFGAm Employee: 1988-1992
Mr. Brian Plencner
SFGAm Employee: 1988-1992