CHARLOTTE — Carowinds is putting the focus on family with a multimillion-dollar investment into Aeronautica Landing.
That new themed area of the park — a nod to the Carolinas’ ties to aviation discovery — is set to open in mid-spring. Each new component will have a tie to aviation, from the central plaza to the rides.
Steve Jackson, director of maintenance, says it’s all about creating a sense of place for guests.
“It’s something we’re trying to focus on — instead of just being an amusement park, being a theme park,” says Jackson. It’s about the whole experience.”
The project is part of $200 million in capital investments planned in 2023 by parent company Cedar Fair Entertainment (NYSE: FUN) — its largest capital spend to date.
Keep reading and check out photos of construction progress here.
(WATCH BELOW: Carowinds launches new aviation-themed area)
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