Mission: Oh My Gosh, We're Flying to Space!

[Kaycee]

Thanks, Steve, for sharing your experience with us. This one looks like it'll be a lot of fun; can't wait!!

 

[erikthewise]

Thanks, Steve!
The best news from my perspective is verification of the 44" height requirement. That means DS6 will definitely be able to ride, so I won't have to go alone! It would have been tough for him to make 48" by December. (His big brother is a big chicken and didn't even like Test Track.)

 

[Miss Jasmine]

Loved the postcard Steve. I can't wait to try Mission:Space out!!!!

 

[Michelemouse]

I can't wait!

Thanks Steve. And now that we know what you look like we'll be on the lookout for you on our next WDW visit!

 

[Safari Steve]

FORGET the word "spin"... you will not feel the spinning, you will not be aware of the spinning, you cannot see outside of your cabin. For all intents and purposes, you remain perfectly still as far as the riders are concerned.

The centrifugal force associated with making 5 Gs, in my estimation, would result in the person spilling wearing most of their lunch. You are going so fast that if you were to spill during launch, it wouldn't have a chance to get forward enough to hit anyone else in your cabin. (that's my best guess. I have no actual experience. Even the second time, when two of the people in the cabin voiced concern that they would be sick... they weren't.)

The seats are divided, and except for glimpsing my crewmates' hands when they pressed their "go" buttons, I couldn't see the other 3 riders.

 

[Safari Steve]

Riding before August 15 is possible, but I wouldn't hold my breath or put money on it. If it happens, it happens, but no promises. Don't expect it, don't plan a trip around it, don't follow CMs going to previews (I had 2 people follow me yesterday trying to get in... creepy creepy creepy... wait your turn.)


Ok, here are my quotable quotes about Mission:Space....

"It only took 48 years to perfect the ride system for the old "Mission to Mars"/"Flight to the Moon" ride!"

"For years, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad stood alone on the edge of Frontierland. It had the longest line on that side of the park, until WDI created an even better and more thrilling ride next door that eased the crowds. Finally, Test Track has its 'Splash Mountain'!"

 

[gometros]

Thanks for the update, Steve. Your postcard reminds me of an outtake from Mars Attack!

 

[DisneyLisa]

I can't wait to try it...I hope I don't chicken out.

 

[April in Disney]

Thank you Steve for the information.

Originally posted by Safari Steve
FORGET the word "spin"... you will not feel the spinning, you will not be aware of the spinning, you cannot see outside of your cabin. For all intents and purposes, you remain perfectly still as far as the riders are concerned.

Am I right to assume a ride similar to STARTOUR.

 

[LostBoyinVA]

Safari Steve,

48 years? I'm sure you mean more like 28.

 

[wdwguide]

Originally posted by April in Disney
Thank you Steve for the information.


Am I right to assume a ride similar to STARTOUR.

I haven't ridden it, but it's safe to say that it is nothing like Star Tours. It's nothing like any theme park ride system currently in existance.

 

[laurabelle]

Thanks Steve! My hubby and 9yr old can't wait, but I think I'll sit this one out with my youngest, I'm cursed with way bad motion sickness

 

[wdwnut61]

Thanks Steve for answering my question so quickly. I know we will have a blast. Everyone is so excited to try it. Your detailed explanation was very helpful. Mission Space here we come

 

[Pig Pen]

I am sooooo ready for a new attraction, but why did you have say "motion sickness."

I am a Body Wars and Star Tours refugee....just cannot do those two. But the WORSE is Primeval Whirl (spin).

I am okay on all the Mountains, ToT and RNR.

What do you think? Should I try it?

 

[kenman]

I would like more info on the hat you bought like ,color, what is on it, is it a fitted hat or a stand. hat? or can you post a picture of it or scan it for me thanks! Any other cool stuff to by like a beach towel or tee-shirts ??

 

[dBugged]

This sounds so cool! I can't wait to ride it! I'm a big space flight buff and this sounds like quite an experience!

 

[Lisa AF]

AARRGGGG!
No fair. I can't seem to get the post card to work. The music plays, but it's just a plain white screen.
I WANNA SEE STEVE TOO!!!
I always wonder what you all look like. Of course, if you're wondering, I'm stunning (ha ha).

 

[Beanie]

Thanks for the review, Steve! I will just miss the opening when I go in August, but I am definitely going to do this in December!!

 

[degenerationxwwfwdw1]

Can't wait to ride. I'll be there on July 13-20 and again in December but I have a feeling I'll be a Mission Space veteran by my December trip

 

[Michelina]

AAARRGGHHHH! August 2nd I'll be there. It kills me to think I mught miss it by a week or two!