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The jetpack has been a symbol of the future for generations, a promise of personal flight first envisioned not by engineers, but by storytellers in the late 19th century. This video is about the incredible, often-dangerous, and century-long history of making this dream a reality.
We’ll explore the very first documented concepts, like Alexander Fedorovich Andryeev’s 1919 rocket wing design , and the U.S. military’s practical interest after WWII , which led to the "Small Rocket Lift Device" (SRLD) program. Witness the historic moment on April 20, 1961, when Harold Graham flew the Bell Rocket Belt for the first time in a sustained, controlled flight. The flight lasted just 13 seconds—though some claim 21—but it captured the world’s imagination. This iconic device was even featured in the James Bond film Thunderball.
The journey continues with Bell’s later turbojet-powered "Jet Belt" and takes us to the final frontier with NASA’s Manned Maneuvering Unit (MMU) , which allowed astronaut Bruce McCandless II to become the first human to fly untethered in space. Finally, we’ll look at the modern renaissance fueled by miniaturized jet engines, leading to the incredible jet-powered wingsuit of Yves Rossy and the jet suits from companies like Jetpack Aviation and __________. These modern devices are even being tested for real-world applications, such as enabling paramedics to reach casualties in rugged terrain.
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