Franky Zapata’s ‘Flyboard’ English Channel Flight Failed. He Vowed to Try Again. The hoverboard creator fell into the water midway through the crossing when he tried to land on a platform to refuel. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Letter 22: American Exasperation and Australian HumorRussian Conglomerate’s $2.3 Billion Fine May Chill InvestorsSavoring the Spanish of My Youth, as the Language Marches OnRussia’s Sudan Ambassador Found DeadTrump, McConnell, Yemen: Your Wednesday Evening BriefingAs Trump’s Peacemaker, Kushner Finds Common Ground, and Complications, in Middle East Trip