Inspecting the hull of the world’s largest aircraft

Posted on 13 Aug 2017 by Jonny Williamson

The first full inspection of Airlander’s hull was completed last week by Hybrid Air Vehicles’ team of aerospace technicians as part of ongoing analysis during the Flight Test Progamme.

Safety ropes are permanently attached to the Airlander hull and technicians undertook rigorous training to ensure the highest safety standards – image courtesy of Hybrid Air Vehicles. This was the first annual yearly check of the Airlander’s hull surface, as a part of its flight test programme. Having passed the inspection, Airlander is…

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