Who invented the hovercraft in 1956?

CORRECT

Christopher Cockerell

He invented the hovercraft by experimenting with a hairdryer, tin cans and scales. By 1955, he had a working prototype. 1956, his idea had been

patented and was immediately classified 'Secret'. By 1959, after declassification, and a long battle with finances,

it was officially launched

in the Solent.