On 14 November 2019, at Brighton Beach, UK, Richard Browning of Gravity Industries shattered the limits of human-powered flight by achieving a record-breaking speed of 85.06 mph (136.891 km/h) in a body-controlled jet-engine-powered suit — officially cementing the World Records Authority title for the Fastest Speed in a Body-Controlled Jet-Suit.

This extraordinary feat surpassed Browning’s own previous record and was validated by Seiko Timing Services as part of the 2019 global achievements celebration. The achievement marked a defining moment in the intersection of human ingenuity and wearable propulsion technology.

Browning’s Gravity Industries jet suit harnesses multiple micro-jet engines mounted on the arms and back, allowing the pilot to stabilise and direct flight entirely through body movement — a concept that blends aerospace engineering with athletic skill. The Brighton Beach run demonstrated not only raw speed but extraordinary precision at high velocity.

Recognised by World Records Authority as a milestone in #AviationHistory and #HumanAchievement, Browning’s record stands as an inspiration for inventors, engineers, and dreamers worldwide who believe the future of personal flight is closer than ever.