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Get ready for the ultimate flight experience – by hovercraft.

Do something truly unique and enjoy first-hand the world’s only hovercraft experience. Hovertravel’s exclusive 60-minute experience flights offer a unique insight into these remarkable amphibious vessels and their operation.

Guests will have the opportunity to meet the skilled pilots and crew who navigate the Solent several times a day. Gain an understanding of the inner workings of these iconic machines and witness their impressive capabilities during a special 20-minute demonstration including 360 degree turns and deflation of the skirt!

The Hovercraft Experience will include 360 degree turns, deflating the skirt to sit on the water, and as demonstration of the unique manoeuvrability of these crafts - all accompanied by expert commentary from a hovercraft pilot. There will also be a guided tour by the pilot around the outside of the hovercraft whilst on land and the opportunity to take photos both onboard and outside.

There are very few hovercraft pilots in the world and during these sessions they reveal what it is like to fly these craft across the Solent at speeds of up to 35 knots, just 1.5 metres above the waves.

Experience Flights operate on specified dates all year round. All experiences start at Hovertravel’s Southsea terminal, with the option to join at Ryde if preferred.

All dates, details and booking information are available at: hovertravel.co.uk/Hovercraft-Experience-Flight.