If you have to cross a large body of water in style, and you don't mind getting your sharp suit a little (ok, a lot wet), then this might be just the device for you. Jetlev, a German Watersports company, has invented one of the coolest water machines we've ever seen. According to JetlLev, future versions could reach speeds of up to 50mph (80km/h) and cruise durations of 5 hours, with a range of up to 180 miles (300km). The site also says they will be creating models for Military and Anti-piracy missions. Now we're talking!
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The smoothness, stability, control, performance and ease-of-use surpassed even our wildest expectations. Once you try Jetlev flight, we think you will appreciate why we are so excited over the results.
Key features of the pre-production prototype: Jetpack dry weight (approx.): 30 lbs (14 kg)
Maximum Thrust: 430 lbf (1,900 N)
Thrust-to-weight (150-lb or 68 kg pilot, at takeoff): 2.3 : 1
Measured top speed (150-lb or 68 kg pilot): 22 mph (35 km/h)
Hose length: 33 ft (10 m)
Flight ceiling (measured at feet level): 28 feet (8.5 m)
Duration at wide open throttle (approx.) 1 hour
Duration at cruising speed (approx.) 1.5-2 hours
Our first production model JETLEV-FLYER is undergoing final testing by MS Watersports GmbH, our German licensee, and results will be available soon. There will be two versions, one with a 155 HP engine and the other with 215 HP. Top speed of the 215 HP model is expected to easily exceed 40 mph (64 km/h), and flight ceiling will still be restricted to 28 feet (8.5 m) for safety reasons. Specifications are subject to change and will be announced after final testing has been completed.
For performance and duration records and other special applications, future versions of JETLEV-FLYER could reach speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h), altitudes of 50 feet (15 m), cruise duration of 5 hours, range exceeding 180 miles (300 km), and carry payloads in excess of 1000 lbs (454 kg). Ultimately, it is largely safety considerations, not technical limitations that will dictate the limits of design. Besides the obvious recreational and entertainment applications, there are many potential practical applications of Jetlev technology including beach patrol, search-and-rescue, offshore services, marine/bridge inspection and maintenance, maritime safety, harbor security, anti-piracy missions, and the military.
If you have to cross a large body of water in style, and you don't mind getting your sharp suit a little (ok, a lot wet), then this might be just the device for you. Jetlev, a German Watersports company, has invented one of the coolest water machines we've ever seen. According to 
