Fusion Man Flies Over The Alps With Rocket Propelled Wings

May 15, 2008 · Filed Under News, Technology · Comment 

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Bex, Switzerland: The ex air force - and current Swiss International Airways - pilot, Yves Rossy flew over the Alps with, his own invention, the rocket propelled wings.

Fusion Man, as he is called in his home town, flew his self made device on Wednesday after years of planning and a $190,000 so far budget that was payed by both Rossy and his generous sponsors. The flight started at 7,500 feet and he reached speeds of up to 186 miles per hour.

He now hopes he repeats this feat by flying the English Channel and the Grand Canyon.

See the video of his flight below

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