PHOTOS: Construction Powers On at TRON Lightcycle Run in the Magic Kingdom

Shannen Ace

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PHOTOS: Construction Powers On at TRON Lightcycle Run in the Magic Kingdom

Though TRON Lightcycle / Run is likely delayed and may not open in time for Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary next year, construction is still moving on the coaster’s illuminated canopy.

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When we visited Tomorrowland today, we saw several construction workers throughout the site.

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With more white supports installed, we can see how the canopy will curve towards the show building.

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In the distance, construction workers stood on scaffolding beneath the track as they continue adding paneling to the building.

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A canopy piece is staged nearby.

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And another canopy piece is staged near the show building doors.

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Workers were in a high reach near the track, possibly to adjust the tarps that keep it protected while construction continues.

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While the canopy is taking shape, there is still plenty of work to be done. Once the canopy is complete, the temporary supports will be removed.

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In front of Space Mountain, the installed canopy pieces are clear.

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Once piece looks like it was freshly installed this morning, with a crane still attached to it.

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You can check out a full POV ride-through of TRON Lightcycle / Run’s sister coaster, TRON Lightcycle Power Run, in Shanghai by viewing our YouTube video below: