The closure of Fun Spot America Atlanta has left roller coaster fans with one major question: what will happen to ArieForce One?
Since the park announced it would permanently close later this year, speculation has spread rapidly across social media. Some believe the roller coaster has already been sold, while others claim it will be demolished or relocated to another Fun Spot park.
For now, however, there is one important fact: no official decision has been announced.
Fun Spot America CEO John Arie Jr. has publicly stated that rumours circulating online are incorrect and that the company has not confirmed the attraction’s future.
Even so, several realistic scenarios are emerging.
Selling the Roller Coaster Appears the Most Likely Outcome
The most obvious option would be to sell ArieForce One to another amusement park.
Opened in 2023, the Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) coaster quickly became one of the highest-rated steel roller coasters in the world. It has received widespread acclaim for its intense airtime, unique layout and smooth ride experience, making it one of the manufacturer’s showcase attractions.
Because the coaster is still relatively new, it retains significant value. Purchasing and relocating an existing attraction would still require a major investment, but it would likely cost considerably less than commissioning an entirely new custom RMC coaster.
For that reason alone, many industry observers believe selling the ride is the most logical business decision.
Could Another Fun Spot Park Receive It?
Another possibility would be relocating ArieForce One to one of Fun Spot’s Florida parks.
On paper, this seems like an attractive solution. The company already operates parks in Orlando and Kissimmee, allowing it to retain ownership of its flagship roller coaster.
In reality, the project would be far from straightforward.
Both Florida parks have limited available space and focus more heavily on family attractions than extreme thrill rides. ArieForce One was specifically designed for the much larger Atlanta property, making relocation within the Fun Spot chain a complicated and expensive undertaking.
Unless significant expansion plans exist behind the scenes, this scenario appears less likely.
Could the Entire Park Be Saved?
Although the park is scheduled to close, another possibility remains that receives far less attention.
Instead of dismantling ArieForce One, a new investor or amusement park operator could purchase the entire property and continue operating it.
Doing so would preserve the coaster in its original location while avoiding the enormous costs associated with dismantling and rebuilding the ride elsewhere.
At the moment, however, no public information suggests negotiations with potential buyers are taking place.
A Long Period of Uncertainty Is Also Possible
Even if the land is eventually redeveloped, ArieForce One may not disappear immediately.
Large amusement rides often remain standing for months—or even years—after parks close while property sales, planning applications and redevelopment projects move through legal procedures.
Should the Atlanta site follow a similar path, the coaster could remain a prominent feature of the skyline long after the park itself has closed.
Demolition Would Be the Biggest Surprise
The least likely scenario is also the one fans fear most: scrapping the coaster altogether.
Considering ArieForce One’s young age, excellent condition and international reputation, demolishing the ride would eliminate an asset that still holds considerable market value.
Unless no buyer can be found and relocation proves financially impossible, industry experts generally consider demolition an unlikely outcome.
Which Parks Could Be Interested?
If ArieForce One does go up for sale, speculation about potential buyers is almost inevitable.
Several North American parks have the available space and visitor numbers to justify such a purchase, while an international buyer cannot be ruled out either. European and Asian parks have previously acquired relocated roller coasters, and a modern RMC attraction would represent a major addition to almost any park’s line-up.
Whether a buyer is willing to cover the costs of dismantling, transportation and reconstruction remains the biggest question.
For Now, Nobody Knows
Despite the rumours, the future of ArieForce One remains uncertain.
Its reputation as one of the world’s best steel roller coasters makes it far too valuable to ignore, but relocating such a large custom-built attraction is never a simple decision.
For coaster enthusiasts, the coming months will be closely watched. Whether ArieForce One begins a second life at another park or remains in Georgia a little longer, its next chapter is likely to become one of the biggest roller coaster stories in the industry.
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