The picture above is not any UFO carrying aliens, but is one at Yatch shows that is of course distinguishable as it has been doing while others are stuck to the same line of possible and impossible traditional seaplanes. The concept is called Focus 21 France. It boast of three capabilities, that are - it can be launched to flown a few meters above the sea surface for approximately 100 Km. Secondly it’s a concept that attempts to alter the traditional helicopter concept, and it is very much present in this unique craft. The craft accommodates 15 passengers along with a pilot and is no worry for those prone to seasickness, it’s not actually a full fledged seaplane, but is like a single wing designed in aerofoil.
It’s not the first time this idea has been tried. The Russians created the Ekranoplan (or sea skimmer), and it had the advantage of being able to carry tremendous amounts of cargo – over 100 tons as it skimmed a few meters off the surface at a top speed of nearly 500 miles an hour. That’s the beauty of Ground Effect. (www.gizmowatch.com, www.coolest-gadgets.com)
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