American Eagle is a wooden racing roller coaster located at Six Flags Great America theme park in Gurnee, Illinois. It was the first wooden roller coaster designed by Intamin of Switzerland and was built in 1981 by the contracting firm Figley-Wright at a cost of $10 million.

At its debut, American Eagle was the tallest, longest and fastest racing coaster in the world. While the lift hill is 127 feet the first drop is 147 feet with the ride diving 20 feet below ground level.

2 days ago · The American Eagle ride at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee will be recognized as a landmark roller coaster, joining 50 other coasters worldwide. The American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) said Friday that they were “thrilled” to announce that two classic coasters would be recognized as ACE Roller Coaster Landmarks in 2025.

2 days ago · The organization is recognizing the American Eagle for its lasting impact. Six Flags says the American Eagle is the world's tallest and fastest racing wooden coaster — with a double track so two ...

3 days ago · American Eagle, designed by Intamin, opened in 1981 as the tallest and fastest racing wooden coaster in the world. ... GURNEE, Ill. — There’s a lot of “new” coming to Six Flags Great ...

2 days ago · American Coaster Enthusiasts has announced that American Eagle, the classic wooden racing coaster that still cuts a prominent figure along Great America’s coaster skyline, will be recognized as an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark this year, in addition to Shock Wave at Six Flags over Texas.

2 days ago · The American Eagle is the world’s tallest and fastest-racing wooden roller coaster and has been a favorite of fans for over 40 years, according to the Six Flags website. It reaches top speeds of ...

2 days ago · Preparing to open for its 45th season of operation, an iconic coaster at Six Flags Great America has earned a new title ahead of the upcoming season. American Eagle, which debuted as the world's ...

3 days ago · American Coaster Enthusiasts has announced that American Eagle, the classic wooden racing coaster at Six Flags Great America in north suburban Gurnee, will be recognized as an ACE Roller Coaster ...

The American Eagle is a renowned wooden roller coaster located at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois. First opened to the public in 1981, this iconic coaster has become a beloved staple of the park, thrilling visitors with its unique design and status as one of the tallest and fastest wooden roller coasters in the world when it debuted.