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Military Jet Packs from 1960's....

Technically they were 'rocket belts', but I remember seeing one go the length of a football field in the late 60's. I was pretty sure I would be able to get one. They never became available.

Here's the interesting back story from Sports Illustrated's 'Whatever Happened To' series...

https://www.si.com/nfl/2021/07/07/jetpacks-willy-suitor-where-are-they-now-2021-daily-cover?utm_source=pocket-newtab

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