Satellite Jets
1961-1986
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Satellite Jets opened at Cedar Point in 1961 and was originally located in the middle of the midway. In 1962, the Sky Ride opened above it. Over the years, the ride was also known as Super Jets, Super Satellite Jets, and Star Voyager.
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Satellite Jets was a family-friendly spinning ride. Riders sat in small jet-shaped vehicles that rotated in a clockwise circle. As the ride spun, each rider could control how high their jet would rise.
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In 1966, Satellite Jets was relocated to the front of the park, where it operated until the end of the 1969 season. Today, Point Plaza occupies this location.
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In 1970, Satellite Jets was relocated to the Blue Streak Midway, positioned between Blue Streak and the Turnpike Cars.
The ride continued to be a fun experience for the whole family to enjoy together. |
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Satellite Jets Ride Facts:
Opened: 1961 Type: Spinning Ride Capacity: 12 jets Manufacturer: Klaus Rides Location:
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Satellite Jets closed at the end of the 1986 season and was most likely scrapped. The ride’s location remained empty through the end of the 1993 season.
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In 1994, Calypso was relocated to make room for Raptor. The ride was placed on the former site of Satellite Jets and remained there until the end of the 2014 season.
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In 2015, Calypso was relocated to the Beach Midway near the Giant Wheel to make room for the construction of Valravn.
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In 2016, Valravn Gifts opened on the former site of Satellite Jets. Serving as the gift shop for Valravn, it remains in operation to this day.
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Last Updated: 05/01/2026
Photos by: Cedar Point, Andrew Borgen, and Jake Hamons.
