In honor of Air Force Week in Central Florida, on October 26, the United States Air Force Thunderbird jets flew over Magic Kingdom, with some United States Air Force dignitaries being honored during “Celebrate a Dream Come True” parade. WDWNT Reporter Banks Lee was there and captured the event in video:
From Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald on the Disney Parks Blog:
It was great to read your comments about the pilots of Star Tours on my last post. Some people really want to see Rex again in the new show. Others are excited about the introduction of the new character “Ace.” And then there are those who are speculating about a bigger role for Threepio. So, I thought it was time we set the story straight about just who will be in the cockpit in the new show. And guess what? You’re all right!
As explained earlier, all Star Tours Starspeeder 1000s are flown using the latest AC-series Tour Droids. And in fact, our initial plans were for our flight to be piloted by AC-38 better known as “Ace.” However, in discussions with George Lucas during the course of our production, we decided to take the story in a very different direction.
So…while AC-38 is supposed to be our pilot, by the time we actually take off, the droid sitting in the pilot’s seat will be none other than…C-3PO!
It’s one of the biggest changes and surprises in the new show. “Professional grit stopped me from yelling the glorious new storyline from the rooftops,” said Anthony Daniels recently. “It’s fun having secrets like this, waiting to share them at the right time.”
You’ll see just how Threepio becomes our pilot when the adventures continue next year.
This week, our Imagineering team begins installation of the Audio-Animatronics figures into the Starspeeder cabins at Disneyland park, and next month at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Oh, and for all you Rex fans, don’t worry – we have a spot for him in the new show!
WDWNT Reporter Nick Corjay visited Walt Disney World on Sunday and has a few newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip, so let’s take a look:
At the Magic Kingdom, work on Disney Clothiers rolls on
Read More about Nick Corjay’s 10/24/10 Magic Kingdom Photo Report
WDWNT Reporter Frank Brito took a visit to Epcot and the Magic Kingdom on Friday and has provided plenty of newsworthy photos to share from his trip:
Even by the stroller rentals you can buy a Duffy
At 1PM ET this afternoon, the “Wonderful World of Gaming” opened inside Once Upon a Toy at Downtown Disney Marketplace. Phineas, Ferb, and Perry the Platypus mad a special appearance today only to commemorate the opening. Here is a video of the festivities from WDWNT Reporter Banks Lee:
After being delayed for 9 days, the “Tangled” play and greet experience at the Magic Kingdom debuted this morning. WDWNT Reporter Banks Lee was on the scene and provides us with the first video of this new Fantasyland experience:
WDWNT Reporter and Videographer Banks Lee was on hand for the October 22 premiere performance of the newest show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney Channel Rocks! This live, rock-concert style show blasts popular music from a variety of Disney Channel hits, including the “High School Musical” series, “Camp Rock” and “StarStruck.”
WDWNT Reporter Josh Siegel visited the Magic Kingdom on Wednesday and took a number of newsworthy photos to share with us, so let’s take a look:
Half of the monorail platform walkway at the Grand Floridian Resort is being worked on
From the Disney Parks Blog:
On Saturday, October 23, 2010, at Downtown Disney Marketplace inside the Once Upon A Toy, Disney Interactive Studios is proud to present the grand opening of the newest gaming destination at Walt Disney World Resort – The Wonderful World of Gaming.
This amazing location is the ultimate family gaming destination at Walt Disney World. There are three state-of-the -art Wii stations where guests can test their skill on the most recent Wii releases from Disney Interactive Studios; games like Cars Toon: Maters Tall Tales and Disney Sing It: Family Hits.
Is the Nintendo DS more your style? We’ve got you covered. Come to the Wonderful World of Gaming and you’ll find seven DS interactive units ready for you to get your game on! Hot Disney games like Toy Story 3, Club Penguin: Herbert’s Revenge and fan favorite, Phineas and Ferb: Ride Again are featured and ready for you to play. In addition, Once Upon a Toy boast the most extensive collection of Disney Interactive video games in all of Walt Disney World.
To help ring in the grand opening of the Wonderful World of Gaming, Once Upon a Toy is offering a $5 Disney Gift Card with any purchase of a Disney Interactive video game! On top of this special offer, we’ll also have activities and surprises throughout the entire day.
So grab the entire family and come out to Once Upon a Toy at Downtown Disney Marketplace on Saturday, October 23 from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. to test your skills on family friendly video games, receive special savings on Disney Interactive Games and much more!
Friendly Disclaimer: Offer valid only at Once Upon a Toy store on in-stock titles only, and not valid on previous purchases. While supplies last. $5 Disney Gift Card is activated at time of purchase and must be returned in the event the Disney Interactive video game is returned. Offer subject to change without notice
WDWNT Reporter Cody Smith visited the Magic Kingdom today and has plenty of newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip:
The Coca-Cola Cool Ship and Cool Scanner in Tomorrowland are being fixed up after years in decay
Read More about Cody Smith’s 10/20/10 Magic Kingdom Photo Report
