Six Flags theme parks across the United States have instituted policies that they hope will help the disabled enjoy their parks; while at the same time, discourage others from attempting to abuse the system. Abusers use the system often by faking injuries or by simply not having a real disability. The hope is that the rules will help balance the system.
For guests with disabilities, their start is at the front gate, just inside in the plaza. Disabled guests should go to Guest Relations and pick up the Six Flags "Guests with Disabilities Guide" pamphlet. In it, they will find valuable information as to which rides are handicapped accessible, where they can find ramps, what restaurants will be most accessible, what shows and shops, etc. The guide also states what conditions qualify for special needs, in case there is a question.
Disabled guests are able to rent both wheelchairs and motorized scooters. There is a deposit and a rental fee for the day; and they are rented on a first-come, first-served basis. As well, assisted listening devices are available from Guest Relations.
Six Flags offers two means to avoid long lines for the disabled. These guests can, of course, do as many other park visitors do, and purchase a Flash Pass, which gives any visitor the right to take the shorter line to the front of the ride. Of course the system involves getting return-time tickets at specified stations. The pass costs an additional fee.
Additionally, disabled guests can go to the ride's exit ramp where they will always find a park employee. There, they can get a return-time for the ride, which is much like the Flash Pass system. This way, the wait is still generally the same as if one waited in line, however the disabled guest does not have to try to navigate the sometimes tight switchbacks.
In order to try and keep parties together, a disabled guest is able to get a return time for himself and up to three other park guests. So larger parties will have to split up or wait on the other half.
