Membership of The Hovercraft Society will connect you with the world of Air Cushion Technology and the enthusiasts, engineers, and entrepreneurs that are connected to the industry, sport, and operations.
In addition to the newsletter and blog materials on this site you will gain access to a wide range of technical information and the latest research. Entry to events supported by THS will be available to members at a discount where also open to the public. We will also connect you directly with other members where you have a need, or enable you to join a group working on a particular issue.
The Hovercraft Society issues a membership card, and organises lectures, discussions, meetings, visits and an annual dinner (after Covid of course).
We aim to be an advocate on Air Cushion Technology for our members towards National and International regulatory bodies. To do that we need your help!
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Under 25 Years of age
Over 21 years of age
Over 65 years of age
Transfer from member
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GBP 10.00 annual subscription
GBP 30.00 annual subscription
GBP 25.00 annual subscription
GBP 35.00 annual subscription
Variable depending on number of named members*
No fees
* Corporate membership fees are in 2023 set at GBP 50 for three named members who each receive individual membership privileges, and GBP 200 for ten named members suitable for larger organisations.
Corporate membership also entitles the organisation to a profile page and supporting organisation icon/link on THS home page.
From 2022 THS have introduced an alternative membership for small businesses where membership access is for a proprietor, and the organisation has a profile page and link. The fee for this class is GBP30 plus GBP5 for the profile page and link. Where payment is made by PayPal the normal service fees would apply.
Bank Transfer
The hovercraft Society has a Bank Account to which direct transfers can be made. This is simplest and most efficient method for people in the UK. Members and applicants will be sent an invoice/payment request with the bank details for payment.
Payment via PayPal
The Hovercraft Society have a PayPal account that can accept payment from most countries in the world. This is a convenient payment system that has costs similar to credit card payments. To cover administration THS add GBP2 to the membership fee when a PayPal Invoice/Payment request is issued. PayPal charge currency exchange costs to the person or organisation making the payment. When THS issues a payment invoice, you will receive it by email with a button for payment. If you have a PayPal account it will automatically load those details for you. The Paypal service is also available for UK payments.
In addition to individual and corporate membership we offer annual subscription to organisations such as libraries that wish to receive our News Notes and published papers. The News Notes are issued by email, or on request by paper post.
If you are simply interested in air cushion technology and wish to connect through the site to answer queries or help with a project, please do register with us as an Associate. We will then keep you updated by email from time to time. You can always cancel a registration at any time. Our services are personal rather than automated at present.
To register on our site please use the registration menu tab and fill in your details. We will be pleased to answer technical questions, give you a direction to help your research, or connect you with organisations that can help. If you are already involved in the Air Cushion world, please tell us – and help us to spread the knowledge.
We would like to connect with everybody who has a genuine interest in Air Cushion Technology. Your email is sufficient to connect us at least initially!
Please note that THS is committed to the GDPR directive!
To Join as a member in one of the above categories please send details of your involvement and/or interest in hovercraft by first completing the form on our Get in Touch page (via button below) and emailing it to THS Treasurer/Membership Secretary.
Alternatively write to:
The Hovercraft Society
23 Silverlock Place, Commonside
Westbourne
Emsworth
Hampshire PO10 8TB
Great Britain
Your membership request will be checked by the Council for approval, as quickly as possible and we will revert to you with confirmation by email.
Access to the full THS Internet site, and email delivery of the regular THS News Notes will be set up once membership fee is received.
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