Robots flying through the air might sound like science fiction, but it’s becoming reality, only in Italy for now.. Researchers at the Italian Institute of Technology in Genoa have achieved a world first: a humanoid robot equipped with jet propulsion has taken flight.

The robot, named iRonCub3, managed to lift itself about 20 inches off the ground while maintaining stability. With two arms, two legs, and a rocket-powered propulsion system, it’s designed not just for show, but to operate in real-world environments. And it’s an entirely Made-in-Italy success story.