What Is Hovercraft Project

The Hovercraft Project models science, teamwork and leadership to 5th and 6th grade students through a fun, participatory and immersive learning experience that can be hosted by any school in America: building a fleet of fully functional, safe and reusable hovercrafts!

How does a hovercraft work science project?

A hovercraft works by forcing air out beneath it, creating a cushion of air to float on. Hovercrafts usually have a “skirt” that surrounds the base to contain the air; in this project the CD is light enough that it doesn’t need a large cushion, so no skirt is necessary. The balloon acts as a pressurized gas chamber.

How do you explain hovercraft to a child?

Hovercraft are one part boat, one part airplane and one part helicopter. It traps a cushion of air underneath itself and then floats along on top of it. This air cushion holds it high above waves and land obstructions, meaning it can travel on land or water.