What a shame because this is an awesome ride. Not sure if its the exact same one but the Twin Flip was at a carnival in my area around Christmas / NYE in 2005 and it is loads of fun. If it is the same ride and it hasnt been sold then the operator definately ISNT shonky. I hope they work out the problem so that this ride can operate again soon, unfortunately tho its reputation will be slightly marred now by news coverage and people being scared off but ill get back on it for sure. Id much rather trust it or any similar aged ride as opposed to some of the older ones. Maybe it will need a revamp and new name!