The LCAC-27, or Landing Craft, Air Cushion, is a high-speed amphibious hovercraft employed by the United States Navy. Designed to transport troops, equipment, and vehicles from ship to shore, it operates by riding on a cushion of air over both land and water. The LCAC-27 is capable of carrying heavy payloads and maneuvering in diverse coastal environments, making it essential for rapid deployment and amphibious assault missions. It plays a crucial role in enhancing the Navy's capability for expeditionary operations and humanitarian assistance missions worldwide.