How does the Canair claim to have superior control and how does its reverse system work?
A – Canair’s unique rudder reverse system provides the typical hovercraft aerodynamic yawing moment to produce a turn, with only its inner rudders being actuated. The outer set of rudders remain fixed to assist with a direct thrust into the turn. When both sets of rudders are closed all rearward thrust is stopped and redirected via fixed reverse vanes in the forward direction to achieve up to 35% to 40% effective reverse thrust. Slight variations in rudder position will result in turning while braking and moving in reverse.
