***Official*** Pandora: The World of Avatar Information Thread

[wilkeliza]

Just wondering here- are they designed based on the TRON coaster vehicles? As in, similar like POTC boats in the World and Disneyland? Made me wonder if they have issues with this in Shanghai?

The tron coaster has bench seats (think big thinder mountain) in the back of each coaster so no one is turned away they just get a slightly different experience.

 

[preemiemama]

The tron coaster has bench seats (think big thinder mountain) in the back of each coaster so no one is turned away they just get a slightly different experience.

So the vehicles could be an issue, but they compensated with the benches? With the technology of FOP, I'm guessing it is not an option to have a simple fix like that.

My thought was while it might be easier to use an existing design and tweak it for a new ride (so Tron to FOP), there are some general size differences between the 2 countries that might have made a difference? Americans tend to be taller than Asians in general- and larger in general. (Not even necessarily saying more Pooh sized, just larger.) That may have needed to be adjusted for better. Not trying to be snarky, just maybe something they did not consider?

 

[wilkeliza]

So the vehicles could be an issue, but they compensated with the benches? With the technology of FOP, I'm guessing it is not an option to have a simple fix like that.

My thought was while it might be easier to use an existing design and tweak it for a new ride (so Tron to FOP), there are some general size differences between the 2 countries that might have made a difference? Americans tend to be taller than Asians in general- and larger in general. (Not even necessarily saying more Pooh sized, just larger.) That may have needed to be adjusted for better. Not trying to be snarky, just maybe something they did not consider?

Yes it could still be an issue there but anyone who can't ride the bike can sit in the regular rollercoaster car. I think that's the difference but here it seems like maybe one bank (a set not needing stairs to get to) could be a bench seat like Minions but pehaps thay would require different programing and not as easily done.


Totally didn't take it as snarky. I see exactly what you are saying that if they didn't adjust because he it works over there it may not work here with different average shape and size.

 

[preemiemama]

I'm sure you would not have as exciting of an experience on a bench seat, but it could go a long way in accommodating wheelchairs and guests who cannot fit the restraints. It doesn't sound as widespread as initially thought, which is good.

 

[JBT]

Looking forward to reading a lot more reviews. I am surprised that the folks who wen to the media preview are not posting their thoughts, etc. I read the Orlando Sentineal one. I am hoping that Craig and Corey do tell lots of details in the Tuesday's youtube round table discussion! I do have questions but I know it will be answered within some time. Great looking videos and thank you R.teez for posting and organizing. Looks sooooo exciting!

SeeDisney, I saw a post from you several years ago regarding your DD's growth. I wondered if you could update and tell me how tall she grew. We are in some point, same height as you and your DH. THANKS!

 

[rteetz]

Agreed, and we have to remember that it's in testing mode, changes will be made.

Bingo, I think some don't realize that.

 

[mousefan73]

just adding to what @rteetz and @CAS239 already said.
At EMH rope drop you will still have a lot of people heading to Pandora, and this will be the case for the next 6 months to a year for sure, if not longer.
So everyone heads to FoP they will see, when they get there that the posted wait time will probably already say 30 minutes, most will get in line but some will go to NRJ, which will make that ride at least 20 minutes at rope drop.
but if you are lucky and fast you might be done with both in an hour

This is our strategy... we FP Pandora over multiple days and when we walk in, we go right!! I hope one benefit of the Pandora craziness is that the rest of the park will have low times... EE here we come!

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Tall or short Pooh sized people with larger calf's seem to be having a problem.

No joke -- I'd love a measurement of the thing your leg/calf needs to fit in!! In fact, if this is causing issues, they should have that on their website.

 

[mousefan73]

No joke -- I'd love a measurement of the thing your leg/calf needs to fit in!! In fact, if this is causing issues, they should have that on their website.

Like ordering boots online. PLease note shaft size!!

 

[LucyBC80]

Can anyone who's going to a preview (or works at AK) ask about Pandora Sunrise and if one can order it as part of their QS credit meal? Thanks in advance!

 

[FastPasser]

No joke -- I'd love a measurement of the thing your leg/calf needs to fit in!! In fact, if this is causing issues, they should have that on their website.

Testing is about 1/3 completed, so it's very early in the testing phase. Maybe whatever is causing the problem can be modified so that the problem disappears altogether. If it can't be remedied, then some sort of message should be posted.

 

[BuckeyeBama]

No joke -- I'd love a measurement of the thing your leg/calf needs to fit in!! In fact, if this is causing issues, they should have that on their website.

It's not really causing issues. Some people don't fit. That's not an issue. It is going to disappoint some people, but it isn't an issue.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

It's not really causing issues. Some people don't fit. That's not an issue. It is going to disappoint some people, but it isn't an issue.

Although perhaps something can be done to allow for more guests to make it (adjusting the restraint, having an alternative seat that fits more people/doesn't move as much, etc.) ...

OR at least really refine what causes people to not fit and being clear in posted warnings and that all CMs are on the same page in what to inform people

 

[Firsttimer15]

If you make the seat design to fit the unusually tall, big people everyone smaller is in danger to fall out. They take the average person and that is it. With this you'll get 90% to fit. If you make special seats that will lower capacity bc only every once in a while someone shows up to use it and hundreds of people could have ridden in that spot.

 

[rileyz]

If you make the seat design to fit the unusually tall, big people everyone smaller is in danger to fall out. They take the average person and that is it. With this you'll get 90% to fit. If you make special seats that will lower capacity bc only every once in a while someone shows up to use it and hundreds of people could have ridden in that spot.

Still, they built the thing from scratch so they could have planned for an accessible vehicle IMO. A lot of people, older, disabled, tall, large calves etc. could use it. I mean it's a ride that you basically stay stationary (with vehicle motion) and have a screen in front of you, yes? Have one vehicle like the Simpsons for example. And the the River Journey is also not accessible? Eek, it will be interesting to watch reactions over the next few months. I hope they can do better for Star Wars Land.

 

[Cinderella94]

Still, they built the thing from scratch so they could have planned for an accessible vehicle IMO. A lot of people, older, disabled, tall, large calves etc. could use it. I mean it's a ride that you basically stay stationary (with vehicle motion) and have a screen in front of you, yes? Have one vehicle like the Simpsons for example. And the the River Journey is also not accessible? Eek, it will be interesting to watch reactions over the next few months. I hope they can do better for Star Wars Land.

Forgive me, I've looked back a few pages and must have missed it or didn't look back far enough - what about the River Journey is inaccessible?

 

[Firsttimer15]

Does it really not move? If so why does it need all those restraints?

 

[wilkeliza]

Forgive me, I've looked back a few pages and must have missed it or didn't look back far enough - what about the River Journey is inaccessible?

You must transfer from a wheelchair or ecv which does limit the attraction for some. Also depending on the step down and up from the boat transferring can be difficult for even those with children in wheelchairs.

 

[rileyz]

Does it really not move? If so why does it need all those restraints?

It moves but not from one spot. So it has motion and effects but I don't think it moves from one spot. I could be wrong, I think that's what it is though. Anybody? Lol thx

 

[AngiTN]

Does it really not move? If so why does it need all those restraints?

It moves but not from one spot. So it has motion and effects but I don't think it moves from one spot. I could be wrong, I think that's what it is though. Anybody? Lol thx

I asked the same exact question and those who have ridden it said they have no idea. No one can figure out thus far what cased the restraint system. It's not obvious from the very limited movement of the ride. We've tagged a ride engineer that posted a few days ago but so far no update