The Jetovator and Freedom Flyer from Yacht Wraps...

Pricing will vary based on the standard tax and importation costs of your region. The base price for the Jetovator or Freedom Flyer is £5,500 GBP / €7,500 EUR plus shipping and tax. Comes with everything you need to hook up to any SeaDoo, Yamaha or Kawasaki personal watercraft with a minimum of 130hp*.

The Jetovator - How it works

The Jetovator is a water sports accessory that extends the ability of an existing personal watercraft (PWC). The Jetovator does not come with its own power source and and requires a minimum of 130 hp personal water craft to operate. The Jetovator redirects the water thrust from the jet unit of the PWC along a forty foot hose to the Jetovator body. This water thrust is then used to propel and elevate the Jetovator into the air. The rider can also redirect the water thrust of the two front nozzles in order to maneuver the Jetovator in all directions.

The PWC, which provides the power, follows behind the Jetovator using the hose as a tether. It is similar to other water sports accessories like wake boarding or water skiing except the accessory is actually towing the boat rather than the other way around. The 40 foot connecting hose is attached to the PWC via a supplied thrust adaptor that re-directs the jet thrust 180 degrees to the front of the PWC. This thrust adapter can be easily installed and removed, allowing the PWC to still be used as normal.

The standard Jetovator kit requires two people to operate it; a rider on the Jetovator controlling the height, and direction of the Jetovator, and a rider on the PWC controlling the throttle of the engine. Although this might sound complicated, generally the rider of the PWC just takes the throttle up to approximately 80% of full power and holds it there until the Jetovator rider is ready to come down (again, very similar to waterskiing or wakeboarding).

Having a trained operator on the PWC also makes the Jetovator an ideal rental vehicle for tourist destinations, as the PWC operator can apply the ideal amount of thrust based on the operators skill level. They can also cut the throttle at any time in the event that either the Jetovator or PWC comes too close to any other boat or object in the water. The PWC operator can also offer immediate assistance in the case of any problem.

Despite its impressive aerial capabilities, the Jetovator is actually incredibly easy to learn to operate. The idea of balancing atop a moving hose sounds impossible but the Jetovator provides such a stable platform that we can train just about anybody to operate it safely and proficiently in twenty minutes.

Managing forward speeds of 25mph riders can cruise in comfort for long distances should they choose to. The production Jetovator is limited to a height of 25 feet and can also dive under water for brief durations. Skilled riders can also perform freestyle tricks but we recommend these only be attempted by well practiced operators in a safe environment clear of any other people or boats.

The Jetovator is a very safe, thoroughly tested water sports accessory but, like any powered water sport, it carries some risk. It is highly recommend that both the PWC and Jetovator operators wear approved marine safety helmets in addition to their mandated life jackets. Also that every Jetovator operator takes a minimum one hour training with an approved Jetovator trainer and we can help with arranging this.

The Freedom Flyer is the latest creation from the R & D department at Jetavation Inc. They wanted to share the unique Jetovator flying experience with some of our wheelchair-bound or disabled veterans that have been wounded in combat while serving their country.

This specially adapted Jetovator model was designed to offer disabled pilots the freedom to fly with ease in the comfortable sitting position that they are accustomed to. The controls are also designed so they would be very similar to manipulating the wheels of a conventional wheel chair and the flying experience is very similar to balancing a wheelchair on its two main wheels.

One of the surprising aspects that came about from developing the Jetovator FF was how amazingly fun it is to fly for both disabled and able bodied pilots. As lead stunt pilot, Eddie McNamara demonstrates, the FF model is still surprisingly agile, meaning our bad-ass wounded vets will never get bored trying to master this flying chair.

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Pricing
The Jetovator or Freedom Flyer Standard Kit comes with everything you need to hook up to any SeaDoo, Yamaha or Kawasaki personal watercraft with a minimum of 130hp*. Pricing will vary based on the standard tax and importation costs of your region. The base price for the Jetovator or Freedom Flyer is £5,500 GBP / €7,500 EUR plus shipping and tax.
Standard Kits
Each Standard Kit Includes the following:
- Powder coated aluminum tubular frame, light weight and will not rust with use in salt water.
- Polyethylene body, a safety feature that provides vehicle floatation.
- Urethane padded seat, visor, and knee pads, so you can fly in comfort for hours.
- PWC Jet Thrust Adapter and Hose Mount, easily attaches to your existing Seadoo, Yamaha, or Kawasaki.
- A 40 foot long connecting hose, allows for a safe distance between the PWC and the Jetovator.
- Auxiliary Steering, a safety feature that allows the PWC operator to retain some steering capacity.
- Powered Nozzles, one for slower flying beginners, and one that allows the advanced rider to go up to 25 mph.
Available Options
- New Thrust Cap, allows you to go up to 20 mph without the Jetovator or Freedom Flyer hooked to your Thrust Adapter!
- Suspension Landing Gear, allows you to take off from, and land on, boat decks and docks. For advanced flyers only!
- Landing Board, hooks to your suspension landing gear and allows you to skim the surface of the water.
- Stunt Hose Swivel, a necessity if you want to easily perform twists and flips.
- Reverse Bucket, allows you to back up for quick and easy take offs.
- Double Impeller, reduces cavitation and fuel consumption while adding the equivalent of 30 hp to your personal watercraft.
- Stunt Foot Straps, to help you keep your seat while performing twists and flips.
- Trailer Bunk Risers, enables you to tow your PWC with the Thrust Adapter still attached.
- JETOVATOR PWC Helmet, light weight, and designed to match the Jetovator color of your choice.
- Life Jacket, recommended for safe Jetovator use. Any life jacket will work, we just offer this as an quick easy option for new Jetovator owners.