At Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure theme park, one of the gentlest, most family-friendly attractions — Pteranodon Flyers — is currently taking an extended breather. Updates on the resort’s official site confirm that the ride will remain closed for refurbishment through 14th May 2026, with no further details released about the exact scope of the work. These timelines can change, but as it stands guests planning visits in the spring should expect to find the aerial flyer out of operation during that period.

Pteranodon Flyers holds a special place in the Jurassic Park section of Islands of Adventure. Rather than a high-speed thrill coaster like its neighbour VelociCoaster, this attraction gently lifts riders — especially younger guests — in suspended seats as they glide above a scenic part of the park. Its absence leaves a quieter corner of the Jurassic realm noticeably still, punctuating the other ongoing changes happening in the area.

The refurbishment comes amid wider developments and construction activity around Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure. Fans and observers have noticed walls and closures expanding across the land, with additional refurbishments like the lengthy closure of Jurassic Park River Adventure also underway through most of 2026. This has stirred both excitement and speculation among the community about what Universal might be planning for the beloved dinosaur-themed area in years to come.

For anyone visiting in the next few months with little ones or who had pencilled in a gentle Jurassic-themed flight, it’s worth adjusting plans or using the resort’s mobile app to check the latest attraction status. With Universal’s refurbishment schedules always subject to change, the most reliable picture of what’s open will usually come from the park’s live updates closer to your visit.