GIANT HOVERCRAFT

The video discusses the evolution of hovercraft technology, starting with the first experimental hovercraft crossing the English Channel 19 years ago. It introduces the Super 4, a large hovercraft capable of carrying 416 passengers and 60 cars, and highlights its impressive speed and handling. The video also covers the future potential of hovercraft, with predictions of much larger models. The Super 4 is set to enter service with British Rail's Seaspeed, promising to enhance cross-channel travel, especially during the summer rush to Europe.

What is the passenger capacity of the Super 4 hovercraft?

• 416 passengers

• 500 passengers

• 300 passengers

• 600 passengers

What was the cost of extending the Princess Anne hovercraft?

• 16 million pounds

• 20 million pounds

• 12 million pounds

• 10 million pounds

Who is the inventor of the hovercraft?

• Sir James Dyson

• Sir Isaac Newton

• Sir Christopher Cockerell

• Sir Richard Branson

What is the predicted future size of hovercrafts according to Sir Christopher Cockerell?

• 7,500 tons

• 12,000 tons

• 5,000 tons

• 10,000 tons

Which company will operate the hovercraft for the summer rush to Europe?

• British Airways

• British Rail's Seaspeed

• P&O Ferries

• Eurostar