Due to the secrecy of the project, The Truth is the only civilian other than Carl to know of its existence. According to dialogue, the vehicle is the result of a $60,000,000 project. Carl Johnson is dumped in front of Area 69 and is told to steal the 'Black Project' by The Truth in the mission of the same name. The Jetpack is a prototype created in the US military's underground lab in Area 69. It can also be fully submerged without damage by diving into water at high speeds.
The Jetpack is indestructible as it is not considered a vehicle, and it also makes the player invulnerable to falling, crashing into walls or moving vehicles, landing on top of a moving helicopter and other dangers.
It has a much lower altitude limit than other aircraft, so is not ideal for scaling taller buildings. The Jetpack is unique as it spawns like a weapon pickup when not in use, is activated instantly when the player walks into it, and is dropped when the vehicle exit button is pressed. It allows for directional control with two omnidirectional nozzle-like jets providing thrust.
