Q Shocking Moment During High-Altitude Ride: Passenger “Flies” Mid-Air
Shocking Moment During High-Altitude Ride: Passenger “Disappears” Mid-Air
August 31, 2025 – Amusement Park visitors in absolute disbelief after witnessing what appeared to be a person flying off a ride at over 100 feet in the air.
What began as a routine adrenaline rush turned into chaos at SkyRush Adventure Park yesterday when an unexpected incident during the park’s popular high-altitude ride, “The SkySlinger,” left onlookers screaming—not from excitement, but from shock.
Videos captured by several stunned witnesses show the moment the ride launched two passengers into the air, spinning and flipping them at terrifying speeds. But halfway through the ride’s cycle, a dark object can be seen detaching from one of the riders and flying off into the sky, carried by the wind.
The footage quickly went viral online, with countless users zooming in and analyzing the mysterious object. Many were convinced they had just watched a person—possibly a child—fly off the ride and vanish into the air.
“I thought it was someone’s kid at first,” said Miri D., a local mother who was in line for a nearby attraction. “I was horrified. Everyone was screaming and pointing. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing.”
Park officials immediately stopped the ride and conducted an emergency check, fearing the worst. Emergency services were called, and a thorough search was launched in the surrounding area, including wooded sections beyond the ride’s perimeter.
“It was chaos for a moment,” said Luis Arberti, a ride operator with five years of experience. “We followed protocol, locked everything down, and made sure every rider was accounted for.”
As the park was placed in a temporary lockdown, first responders joined the search. Helicopters were even deployed in the initial sweep due to the belief that a human may have been ejected. Tension ran high as media began arriving at the scene, preparing for what everyone feared would be a tragic headline.
But after a 45-minute search, the object was finally recovered—hanging from the branch of a pine tree about 300 meters away.
It wasn’t a person.
It wasn’t even alive.
It was… a wig.
Yes, the flying “passenger” was in fact a very convincing, jet-black lace-front wig that had come loose from one of the riders during the ride’s rapid spins. The park later confirmed that both riders were safe, properly harnessed, and accounted for.
The owner of the wig—who has chosen to remain anonymous—was reportedly laughing uncontrollably once the situation was cleared up.
“She was such a good sport about it,” said a park spokesperson. “Honestly, she found it funnier than anyone else once she realized people thought her wig was a whole person.”
Social media quickly pivoted from panic to pure comedy. Memes began flooding platforms like TikTok and Instagram, with captions like, “She believed she could fly… and she did,” and “Gone with the wind—literally.”
The hashtag #WigFlight2025 began trending worldwide within hours.
Experts weighed in on how such confusion could occur. “High-altitude rides create strong centrifugal forces,” explained amusement safety consultant Tanya Reese. “If something’s not firmly attached—be it a hat, phone, or wig—it’s going flying. Combine that with human panic, and you’ve got a viral misunderstanding on your hands.”
Despite the initial shock, park-goers and internet users alike are now celebrating the incident as one of the funniest moments of the year.
SkyRush Adventure Park has since installed signs reading
As for the famous flying wig, the park has reportedly offered to return it to its owner, but she declined—saying, “Let her live her new life. She’s a star now.”
Remember Chumlee from Pawn Stars? See more to know
Pawn Stars celeb Austin “Chumlee” Russell has been busy since filming the popular series, and there are plenty of facts to share about what he's doing now.
The Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas has had some drama over the last decade.
Chumlee, who's consistently been one of the most well-known Pawn Stars cast members, is the only main series star who isn't a part of the Harrison family.
While he may not be related to the Harrisons by blood, he's still a massive part of the show’s long-term success.
Since the show's 2009 premiere, the unlikely bad boy Chumlee has stood out as a central Pawn Stars figure.
The series features the workings of the Pawn Stars 24-hour pawn shop.
It's decidedly unique. Chumlee, whose friendship with Corey “Big Hoss” Harrison dates back to childhood, got involved with the business when he was young.
He brought a lot of charm to the show, but Chumlee's had to deal with issues on and off the series.
There were even rumors (thankfully, false) that he'd passed away.
Chumlee From Pawn Stars Is Doing Well
Chumlee's Bad Boy Antics Were A Big Surprise
Despite legal issues, Chumlee is alive and well in 2024.
The Pawn Stars icon has gotten in trouble with the law over the years, so it was easy to assume he was doing poorly.
Chumlee was arrested in 2016 after his apartment was searched during a sexual assault investigation. The police found drugs and guns in his home.
Many of the weapons were unregistered, and he ultimately had to surrender the firearms.
He was ordered to stay clean and follow other rules until 2019.
Chumlee did keep himself out of trouble, and the charges against him were eventually downgraded to misdemeanors, which remained on his public record.
Pawn Stars' Chumlee Owned A Candy Shop
Google Lists Chumlee's Pawn Shop As Being Open In 2024
Chumlee opened the doors to his candy store, Chumlee's Candy On The Blvd., in 2017, and the shop has been a successful business venture for the Pawn Stars cast member. The candy shop boasts, "a selection of retro, nostalgic, and novelty treats."
The store sells Chumlee's branded candy, jerky, toothpicks, and other exciting products. The shop has gotten some incredible reviews over the years and has an overall rating of 4.2 stars.
Frequent shopper Marquetta Rattler wrote, "This was a cute small candy store with a lot of unique candy."
In 2024, the confectionery appears to still be open. It's situated at 725 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, Nevada.
However, Chumlee hasn't posted on the store's official Instagram page, @chums_candy, since October 7, 2023.
In his last post, he was mourning the passing of a beloved pet, his dog Forest.
Yes, Chumlee's a bad boy, but he does have a softer side. On December 23, 2023, Chumlee made an appearance at the shop.
On Facebook, he lets fans know when he'll be at the candy emporium so they can come and visit. After that 2023 post, there hasn't been new activity on FB.
Pawn Stars Icon Chumlee Was Active On Social Media
He's Not Posting As Much In 2024
Pawn Stars Do America is a spin-off of the OG hit, Pawn Stars. It follows Chumlee and other cast members as they explore America and examine some of its quirkiest treasures.
They've showcased exciting items, from rock-n-roll memorabilia, such as Van Morrison's autograph, to neon signs and comic books.
In April of this year, Chumlee made the scene in the Motor City, where he was reportedly filming an episode of the show.
Clearly, Chumlee's still an integral part of the Pawn Stars empire - Rick and Corey Harrison also appear in the spin-off.
The episode that was filmed in Detroit aired on April 3, 2024, as per Michigan Live.
