[mickey]

The excitement, the thrill and the rush of rocketing into outer space is coming soon to Walt Disney World® Resort. Beginning Aug. 15, 2003, Mission: SPACE, presented by HP -- the next awesome adventure at Epcot® -- will send clients on an out-of-this-world journey they never thought possible.

Guests who accept the mission will engage in a one-of-a-kind astronaut experience that launches them into a simulated space adventure – from pulse-racing liftoff to the sensations of traveling though outer space on a mission to Mars.

The new attraction is the most technologically advanced ever created by Disney. In association with former NASA advisors, astronauts and scientists, Walt Disney Imagineering developed Mission: SPACE as the first ride system ever created to take guests straight up in simulated flight.

Pre-Show
The setting for the attraction is several decades into the future at the International Space Training Center. As the "crew" selected for this ultimate space mission, guests head to the dispatch area and then move to the Ready Room where they receive a history of astronaut training and are given the role they will assume during the mission -- as the commander, pilot, navigator or engineer.

Countdown…Liftoff
Then it's on to the pre-flight corridor to load into the spacecraft, receive final briefings from CapCom and buckle in for liftoff. When the countdown reaches zero, the most unique and exhilarating ride experience ever begins. The earth begins to rumble, white clouds of exhaust start to stir as the ascent toward the sky starts and guests are rocketed into the galaxies. Guests hear from CapCom and are asked to perform vital tasks that will land their spacecraft safely on Mars. Each guest will assume the role of Commander, Pilot, Navigator or Engineer. But there is no mission without surprise as guests encounter unexpected twists, turns and other challenges that test every astronaut. Quick thinking and fast reactions are needed by each guest to successfully complete the mission.

Post Show
Training is not complete when the capsule lands. Guests can proceed to the Mission: SPACE Post Show, powered by HP. In this Advanced Training Lab, guests of all ages have an opportunity to explore interactive space experiences, which include:

* Space Race -- Two teams compete against each other in a race to send their rocket from Mars back to Earth. Nearly 60 people can play the high-energy game at one time.
* Space Base -- For junior astronauts, Space Base provides a fun, interactive crawl space for exploration.
* Expedition: Mars -- A joystick and a jet pack button help guests explore the surface of Mars.
* Postcards from Space -- Guests can e-mail a video of themselves with one of the space-themed backgrounds and create a great souvenir of their Mission: SPACE experience.

[monorailgoof]

WOW!
Seems intense
Is this ride more like a rollercoaster then a
more"easy" ride?
Great Research
Your Gr-8~
Thanks Again!:D :)

[mmouse67l]

Oh man I might have to double up on my Dramamine for this one.

Might make me sick as a dog but I have to try it at least once.

[ilvminnie]

Well, the August trip ends on the 9th, so we'll miss it then, but I can't wait to check it out during our Oct trip!

[charlene]

How definete is that date. i dont want to get my hopes up then it not be there:(

[tinkerbell]

Originally posted by charlene
How definete is that date. i dont want to get my hopes up then it not be there:(

thats how I feel because we will be there then .. I am not going to count on it ( remembers the delayed opening of Test Track) but it would be nice if it does open ..of course that means that Epcot could be very crowded that day. :dazed :hmmm that can be bad and good .. other parks will be less crowded because everyone will be at Epcot, if it does open on the 15th that weekend is sure to be busy at Epcot.

any one have experience with being there when a ride like this opens?

[LRTJS]

Just read a CM report on the new ride on WDWIG newsletter. Gave it an 8 out of 10 and said you would need your Dramimine. I still can't wait, even though this CM did not seem overly impressed. Anything new at DW is worth geting excited over.

[wdwspider]

Our Chat Room last night had an actually CM who has rode 10 times now. Us few got an exclusive Q & A with him. I can propably get him back this Sunday. :)