In order to float across land and water, the giant air-trapping skirt around the base of a hovercraft needs to keep a tight seal at all times. Were it to tackle giant waves, it would get tossed about just like a boat, but unlike a boat it would tend to sink--because that cushion of air would be gone. But an improved design means this hovercraft isn't afraid of rough seas.
In order to float across land and water, the giant air-trapping skirt around the base of a hovercraft needs to keep a tight seal at all times. Were it to tackle giant waves, it would get tossed about just like a boat, but unlike a boat it would tend to sink--because that cushion of air would be gone. But an improved design means this hovercraft isn't afraid of rough seas.
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