'Iron Man' races at high speed in Dubai.

Pilots dressed as "Iron Man" participated in the world's first Jet Suit race in Dubai.

Dubai, a city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) famous for the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, hosted the world's first ever Jet Suit race in Dubai Harbour on February 28.

The world's first 'Iron Man' suit race.

Jet race in Dubai on February 28. Video : AP

The event was organized by Gravity Industries, a pioneer in the field of jet apparel, in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council. Eight participants competed in pairs for the final round, the majority of whom were pilots from Gravity Industries.

"Male and female athletes, including a pilot from the UAE, will push the technological boundaries of humanity and machines by using 1,500-horsepower suits to fly around obstacles on the water's surface, creating a real-life superhero movie-like spectacle," said Richard Browning, founder of Gravity Industries.

Racers in Dubai on February 28. Photo: AP

The suit is equipped with five gas turbine jet engines, allowing for vertical take-off and landing, and uses jet fuel, diesel, or biofuel. According to the organizers, the Jet Suit first debuted in 2017 and can now reach speeds of 128 km/h, capable of flying over most terrains.

"The first time I flew, I had an extremely strange feeling, unlike anything I'd ever done before, it's indescribable. But it felt so free," said Issa Khalfon, the winning British pilot.

British pilot Issa Kalfon (center) lifts the trophy after winning the Jet Suit race in Dubai on February 28. Photo: AP

"It was amazing watching them compete in Dubai, seeing them fly above the water," said Jennifer Ross, 50, an American citizen living in Dubai. "They were like astronauts soaring through the air."

The audience watched intently, some eager to try out this new technology.

"We're watching the most amazing show in Dubai. People are flying, actually flying through the air," said Pratik Vyas, 35, an Indian who works for an import business. "This is futuristic technology. It's really cool if you're an Iron Man fan."

Hong Hanh (According to Reuters/AP )

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