This document outlines the design of a hovercraft built by students for a fall 2011 class. It describes the basic principles of hovercraft operation, including how they are able to travel over land, ice, and water using air pressure. It then provides details of the design for this student project, including choices of motors, batteries, fans, and materials for the body and skirt. A budget for the hovercraft is presented, with a total cost of $26.52.