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Friday, May 24, 2013

Fun and Function: The Various Uses of Air Boats

An air boat, sometimes spelled as airboat, is a type of watercraft used for a variety of reasons. If you've ever visited the Florida Everglades, then you might have seen or rode in one already. This type of watercraft are powered by large propellers at the end.
Unlike other types of watercraft, air boats don't need underwater rudders or blades, a feature that helps it function well even in shallow water and even access remote areas. As such, air boats are frequently used for rescue operations during flash floods. For the most part, however, air boats are used for entertainment purposes like fishing and cruising on shallow waters.

Some companies even offer private air boat rides to provide customers the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the Everglades. Some modern air boats are equipped with V8 engines and can reportedly go for up to a hundred miles per hour. The gush of wind blowing your hair as you look at the unpretentious beauty of the wetlands can be a truly invigorating experience. If you're lucky enough, you might even be able to spot alligators in their natural habitat. Whether for fun or adventure, you can always rely on air boats.

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