latch approved by the CPSC, and a large R-Key pin as a second backup. Despite these new safety features, the same scenario was repeated in July 2006 in Hinckley, Minnesota, when two teenage girls were ejected from their compartment as the door swung open. Their door was apparently not properly closed by the operator who admitted to local law enforcement that he had not inserted the safety pin (R-Key) before starting the ride. Both of the victims, Erica Matrious and Breanna Larsen, survived the incident despite facing some serious injuries. On November 2, 2006, the girls were interviewed. Many newer models of Zipper have solved this problem by completely restructuring the door lock system, also eliminating the need for an R-key. These newer models have also increased the weight of the compartments, reducing the spinning, which decreases pressure on the door latches. Zipper operators are encouraged to employ a "no single rider" policy. The manufacturer's concern was that a person riding alone might turn sideways in the seat and remove their legs from underneath the lap bar, risking serious injury as the capsule spun. The manufacturer sent out a bulletin to Zipper owners in 1995 pointing out the risk. Ride Specifications Duration Ride duration (recommended): 2 minutes Ride duration (maximum): 2.5 minutes Dimensions Maximum height: Total ride weight: Passenger detail Number of passenger compartments: Anywhere ranging from 4 to 16 seats Passengers per seat: 2 adults or 3 children Maximum passenger weight per seat: Total passengers: Maximum 24 adults or 36 children (12-seat Zipper) Maximum total passenger weight: (12-seat Zipper) Height requirement: 48 Inches (122 cm) Mechanical speed Boom: 7.5 RPM (formerly 11 RPM, see above) Cable: 4.0 RPM (formerly 7 RPM, see above) Direction of travel Boom: travels clockwise or counter-clockwise Cable: travels clockwise or counter-clockwise Power requirements Boom drive: Electro-hydraulic Cable Drive: Electro-hydraulic Power rating: Suspension type: Air ride In popular culture In 2012, a documentary titled ZIPPER: Coney Island's Last Wild Ride was made, dealing with the ride's eventual removal at Coney Island and the economical reasons behind it. The ride appears in the opening scene of the 2006 film, Final Destination 3. Recording artist Michael Jackson operated a Zipper at his Neverland Ranch. He claimed to hold the world record for riding the longest at 35 minutes during the early 2000's. After Jackson's death in 2009, the ride—among several others— was auctioned with his estate, and