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Jetpack man blames turbulence for failed flight attempt

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Swiss pilot Yves Rossy has failed in his attempt to fly across the Strait of Gibraltar using a jet-powered wing strapped to his back.

His attempt to fly from Morocco to Spain ended with him ditching the wing and landing in the water before being picked up by helicopter.

Speaking after the rescue, Mr Rossy, said he had tried his best. He said turbulence had caused problems on the intercontinental flight.

READ MORE: Jetman Africa-Europe flight fails

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