Jetpack forces - Snapshot Science

How much force is
needed from the
jetpack so:
The pilot takes off
from the ground.
Total
weight
of 850N
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The pilot is moving
upwards.
Draw a labelled
force diagram to
show this.
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How much force is
needed from the
jetpack so:
The pilot hovers
over the ground
but does not move
up or down.
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Total
weight
of 850N
Image of jetpack courtesy of Martinjetpack