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Jet Packs-Rocket Belts-JetLev-2 As with the other types of Jet Packs & Rocket Belts that we discussed on Page (1), the JetLev is a similar type of devices that is worn (by a single person) on the back, which expels (in this case) water in order to propel the user into the air.
This particular type of Jet Pack has the advantage (& disadvantage) of having the engine & fuel in a seperate vessel (that looks like a bulky surfboard) tethered behind it at all times. This means that the majority of the weight is on the water and not on the user's back, so this in turn increases it's lifting capacity & range far beyond the other type of Jet Packs. The bad thing about this, is that you're always tethered to the vessel on the water, so your altitude will never go beyond the hose (tether), and you'll always be above water and not land. But other than that, there's a lot to like about this device. This design is fairly new and looks to be very appealing for the same type of consumer that would buy a Jet ski. The JetLev lifts to about 30 ft in height, can fly about 40 miles per hour and can stay in they air for about 1-2 hours. Take a look at the videos showing the JetLev in action. Enjoy! This is the promo video for the JetLev The following 5 videos are a series of flight instructions for the JetLev.
This kind of performance obviously makes it incredibly useful and at the same time very marketable. The JetLev is sold by MS Watersports GmbH in Germany and they currently have 2 models for sale. The 155 HP model sells for 99,000 Euros, and the 215 HP for 119,000 Euros. Starting in April 2009, JetLev Sports Inc. in Florida will begin taking orders, and there is an approx. 3 month lead time before you'll get yours. Obviously, this isn't a toy for everyone, but if you've got the money then you potentially have an extremely exotic and fun toy to play with. So these are obviously super cool flying devices and also very practical, but not necessarily from a financial point of view. Another concern about these is that some agency (probably sooner rather than later) will no doubt look to regulate these, one way or another. Hopefully they won't overkill this one with stifling legislation and will let us have some fun! Stay tuned!
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