Watch! The jetpacks at Helvellyn, notably used by paramedics, are part of Gravity Industries’ Daedalus Flight Pack. These jet suits enable reaching the mountain’s summit in just 3.5 minutes, compared to the typical 1 hour 15 minutes walk. They’re instrumental for quick emergency responses in remote locations.
In case you’re wondering, Helvellyn is a mountain in the English Lake District, in Cumbria. It stands as the third highest peak in the region, reaching an elevation of 950 meters (3,117 feet). It is situated between the Thirlmere valley to the east and the Ullswater valley to the west.
Jet suit paramedics can fly to the top of Helvellyn in just 3.5 minutes instead of the usual 1 hour 15 minutes. pic.twitter.com/KJZTJxuPXP
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