How it works:

A single 18-15 hp+ vertical shaft lawnmower engine turns a four blade 30-inch ducted fan that provides lift . The 85-100 hp horizontal shaft thrust engine turns a 60 inch  or 74 inch two blade propeller for thrust. 

 

How it’s made:

It's built from a wood ribs connected by stringers and covered in 1/8 inch plywood. Seams ae fiberglassed together for strength. Positive floatation is from foam blocks or water tight containers such as 1 gallon jugs.

 

Joystick Steering:

Joystick steering controls two vertical rudders for precise control. Thrust throttle is on the joystick and lift throttle is typically on the dashboard.

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Flying a hovercraft:

Driving the craft is easy as it has only three controls; steering, lift throttle and thrust throttle. Slowly advancing the lift throttle will bring the craft up on cushion. Adding thrust power accelerates the craft. Speed is easily controlled by increasing or decreasing thrust engine rpm. 

 

Where to fly:

The 20C will operate on land, water, snow, ice, mud, parking lots, football fields, ponds and rivers. Speed varies over each terrain. Basically, it will run on any relatively smooth surface. Smoother terrain will allow the craft to achieve higher speeds while rough terrain will slow the craft.

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Plan Set:

Plan set includes 3 “B” size sheets of detailed technical drawings, 1 "full size rib outline"  and our Hovercraft Construction and Operation manual. All of the components are detailed in the plan. Technical support is provided to all customers.

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Builders Support:

We offer support by email, phone or WhatsApp both domestically and internationally. Email technical support is offered at no cost. Phone and WhatsApp support are available at no cost for your first call. A support plan is required for additional direct support. Builder support is also available through the Hoverclub of America and many hovercraft related Facebook groups.