When Batman Goes Militant...

First of all, I'm just gonna lay it out there that I want this. I want one so badly I'm almost willing to go join the Military and whatever Special Forces team I need to get strapped into this! When I was a much more wee lad, I would dream about having a hang-glider/jet pack thingy that looked exactly like this, and now that I'm a bit bigger of a lad, I want a real one.

The best part is this is an actual test model, not just a design concept. The lead designer has made over 50 jumps with it on! Ok, so I suppose I could explain it a bit. Currently, when the military has to air drop troops into a combat zone, it's an extremely dangerous situation. The planes have to some in close, the jumpers are very susceptible to gunfire, landing exactly where needed can be difficult... many things that just aren't optimal. What this Attack Wing does is allow more flexibility, control, and flat out awesomeness to air drops.

With this puppy strapped on, you can reach speeds of up to 130 MPH. Combined with a built in oxygen helmet, this allows the jumpers to jump at much further out and higher up positions. The glider itself aids in making the flier aerodynamic, reducing the effect of winds and such on the jump, and provides much needed control. This newest update adds a HUD to the helmet and the possibility of adding weapons!

Of course, there is still a parachute, but the coolness of this far outweighs the awkwardness of a parachute. The best part? There's even talk of a consumer version coming soon!

Attack Wing: Glider Makes Waves With Stealth and Speed [FOX News]
[via: Geekologie]