Dan Schlund – Owner / Pilot

Dan Schlund began his Rocketbelt training in 2000 under the guidance of Kinnie Gibson and performed his first professional free flight in June 2015 at the MTV Video Music Awards.

Since then, Dan has flown for over 100 clients across 25+ countries and six continents, rising to Managing Director while continuing to pilot the Rocketbelt himself.

In 2020, Dan acquired the Rocketman persona to carry forward Kinnie Gibson’s vision, training a new generation of pilots and advancing the legacy of personal jetpack flight.

Kinnie Gibson created the iconic Rocketman persona over 30 years ago, completing more than a thousand flights during his remarkable career. He performed for presidents and royalty alike, including the King of Pop, earning his reputation as a true rock star in the sky.

Beyond Rocketman, Kinnie was a professional stuntman, famously doubling for Chuck Norris throughout much of his career. He was also an accomplished hot air balloon pilot and successful business owner.

Kinnie passed away in 2015 after a battle with cancer, leaving behind the legacy of the Rocketman and shaping it into the extraordinary persona it is today.

Shannon is a founding member of the original Rocketman team, bringing over 25 years of hands-on experience in Rocketbelt mechanics and flight training. His unmatched expertise ensures every flight is executed with precision and safety. As a trusted advisor and Flight Director, Shannon plays a critical role in guiding our pilots and maintaining the highest standards of performance for every Rocketbelt adventure.