Video shows Six Flags Over Georgia ride stall, leaving guests stuck mid-air

AUSTELL, Ga. – An unexpected mechanical pause left thrill-seekers stranded hundreds of feet in the air at Six Flags Over Georgia, according to a recently released video.  

What we know:

Riders were left suspended mid-air at Six Flags Over Georgia in Austell when one of the amusement park’s tallest attractions suddenly came to a halt. 

Park visitor David Early captured video of the tense moment while perched high above the ground on the park’s 260-foot-tall SkyScreamer swing ride. 

The footage shows a bird’s-eye view of the theme park below as the machinery sits completely immobilized.

In the video, Early can be heard trying to calm his friend next to him.

Early added in a Facebook post that his worst fear is falling to his death. 

“This is my last day at Six Flags,” Early said during the midair delay, though he later tried the ride once more, sharing in a follow-up video, “Ain’t gonna lie, never doing this again. But we didn’t get stuck this time!”

What they’re saying:

Six Flags Over Georgia shared the following statement with FOX 5 regarding the incident:

“To clarify, we have confirmed that the attraction experienced a brief stop on June 14, 2026.

 I’d like to share some information about the ride and safety stops to help correct some misconceptions.

 The safety of our guests and team members is a top priority. The ride experienced a technical delay (similar to a check engine light) that paused its operation. Its safety system performed as designed, keeping all guests safe. Following a complete systems check, the ride was returned to its loading position and guests exited the ride. That delay lasted approximately 10 minutes.”