Ascend Dynamics SkyPak V1 Electric Jetpack
Weighing in at 80-pounds, Ascend Dynamics’ SkyPak V1 electric jetpack boasts 12 brushless DC motors (7 kW each) for a combined power output of 84 kW (112 hp) that run six pairs of counter-rotating propellers. The first prototype is capable of flying for 2-minutes on a full charge of its 50V/36.4 Ah battery. How does it work? The middle rotors lift from behind the center of gravity to pitch the aircraft forward while the upper and lower rotors are angled such that they lift in front of the center of gravity to pitch SkyPak V1 backwards. Read more for a video and additional information.



Currently, it can handle a 170-pound payload, but the V2 model should up that to 200-pounds. What sets the SkyPak apart from other jetpacks is the ability to interact with objects while in flight. This open several possibilities in the field such as inspections or maintenance, thanks to its clear field of view and ability to fly into normally inaccessible areas. There’s no word yet on if this will eventually be available for purchase.

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Ascend Dynamics SkyPak V1 Electric Jetpack

SkyPak V1 has proven the concept by flying a flight test dummy as well as providing valuable test data on the controllability and stability of the aircraft design,” said the company.

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