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Why bizarre Cold War hoverboats are making a comeback

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Illustration concept for the US DARPA Liberty Lifter program

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Exploring the Resurgence of Ekranoplans in Modern Warfare

Ekranoplans, the flying sea-skimming crafts, are making a comeback in military technology, with China and the US at the forefront of developing modern versions for potential Pacific conflicts.

These large vehicles, utilizing the “wing-in-ground” effect to fly a few meters above the ocean surface, offer high-speed capabilities similar to aircraft while remaining undetectable by radar systems, providing a strategic advantage in military operations.

Originally conceptualized during the Cold War by the Soviet Union, ekranoplans are now being reimagined for contemporary warfare scenarios, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region where long ocean distances pose logistical challenges.

China’s Advancements in Ekranoplan Technology

China has been actively developing sea skimmer prototypes since the early 2000s, with recent sightings of a jet-powered ekranoplan raising speculations about the country’s military ambitions in the region. By recruiting former Russian ekranoplan specialists, China is harnessing expertise from the Soviet era to bolster its maritime capabilities.

The US DARPA Liberty Lifter Program

On the other hand, the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) initiated the Liberty Lifter program to explore the potential of seaplane technology. While the program concluded without a successful craft, private companies and the US military are poised to continue the research and development of ekranoplans.

Regent Craft, a US-based company, has also entered the arena with its electric seaglider variant, attracting interest from the US Marine Corps for commercial and military applications.

Challenges and Future Prospects

Despite the promise of ekranoplans as cost-effective alternatives to traditional aircraft, experts caution about their limitations in high-intensity combat situations and adverse weather conditions. Operational challenges in rough seas could hinder their effectiveness in certain regions, necessitating a comprehensive strategy for their deployment.

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As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Pacific, the resurgence of ekranoplans underscores the importance of innovative technologies in modern warfare. Both China and the US are investing in these unconventional platforms to gain a strategic edge in potential conflicts, signaling a shift towards novel capabilities in naval warfare.

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