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Universal Orlando’s next major roller coaster just reached one of its biggest construction milestones yet.

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the construction happening at Universal Studios Florida, there’s another exciting update to add to the list. Work continues to move quickly on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, and the latest aerial photos reveal some of the largest support structures installed so far. While there’s still plenty of work ahead before guests are racing through the streets in 2027, this newest development makes it easier than ever to picture the attraction taking over the park’s skyline.

Construction crews have begun installing massive steel A-frame supports for Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, marking another significant step in bringing Universal Orlando’s newest thrill ride to life. The towering supports were spotted in recently shared aerial photos from bioreconstruct and are expected to help support one of the coaster’s most dramatic track elements.

The newly installed A-frames stand out immediately thanks to their size and triangular design. Positioned near the attraction’s towering vertical spike, these supports represent one of the most visually impressive construction updates since track installation began earlier this year.

Construction has steadily accelerated over the past several months. Earlier this year, crews completed major structural work, installed sections of the coaster station, added roofing to backstage buildings, and began erecting the attraction’s signature vertical spike. More recently, track pieces and additional support columns have continued appearing throughout the construction site, giving fans a much clearer picture of the coaster’s eventual layout.

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift was officially announced by Universal Orlando Resort in January and will replace the former Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, which permanently closed in 2025 after nearly 16 years of operation. The new attraction is currently scheduled to open in 2027.

While Universal has not revealed every detail about the Orlando version, the attraction is expected to deliver an intense, high-speed experience inspired by the Fast & Furious franchise. The coaster will feature a towering 170-foot vertical spike, one of its signature elements, that will send riders soaring high above Universal CityWalk before continuing through the course.

Universal has also confirmed that Fast & Furious: Supercharged will permanently close in 2027, with Hollywood Drift becoming the franchise’s new flagship attraction at Universal Studios Florida.

Every new piece of steel added to the site makes the project feel more real, and the installation of these enormous A-frame supports is another visible reminder that construction is moving at a rapid pace. As additional track, supports, and themed structures continue to rise throughout the summer, fans should expect the coaster to become one of the most recognizable features of the Universal Studios Florida skyline.

We’ll continue watching every construction milestone as Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift races toward its 2027 debut.

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