Jetpack to blast off at AirVenture 2008 with True 30 Minute flying time

The dream of a personal flying jetpack has always been stymied by the minuscule flying times. 43 seconds is the longest anyone has ever staying aloft on a jet pack with most flights under 30 seconds. Finally the 30 second flight barrier has been broken. Although AirVenture officials are mum as to who the maker of the jet belt is, they have stated that this year event (opens July 28th in Oshkosh Wisconsin) will premier the first true Jet pack with a 30 minute flight time. A quick Google search easily reveals the New Zealand based company Martin Jetpacks as the maker. Not much is known about the company. The Web site provides only the date of the launch. No word on pricing or availability either. However, ANN is reporting that the developers of the “World’s First Practical Jetpack” state that their innovation is distinguished by a unique, patented technology. Capable of flying 100 times longer than the Bell Rocket Belt of the 1960s, it uses regular gasoline and complies with FAA Ultralight regulations.”