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Viper (Six Flags AstroWorld)

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model opened in 1989. It consisted of a single loop and was demolished with the closing of Six Flags AstroWorld on October 30, 2005. It had previously operated at
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On September 12, 2005, Six Flags announced the closure of the AstroWorld theme park. Viper would operate for the last time on October 30 along with the park.
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On April 4, 1981, Jet Scream officially opened at Six Flags St. Louis. It was the park's first roller coaster to go upside down.
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During its run at Six Flags AstroWorld, it featured a tunnel surrounding the first drop. The exterior had a
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where it was renamed Viper. The ride opened to the public in the spring of 1989.
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Jet Scream was dismantled after the 1988 season. It was sent to
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Six Flags AstroWorld
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29°40′32″N 95°24′25″W / 29.675650°N 95.406961°W / 29.675650; -95.406961
Six Flags St. Louis
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38°30′47″N 90°40′23″W / 38.513°N 90.673°W / 38.513; -90.673
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