LZ 127, also known as the Hindenburg, was a German airship that operated during the 1930s. It was one of the largest flying objects ever built, measuring 804 feet in length. The airship was primarily used for passenger travel and cargo transport, making transatlantic flights between Europe and the United States. The Hindenburg was notable for its luxurious accommodations and speed, but it met a tragic end on May 6, 1937, when it caught fire while landing in New Jersey. This disaster marked the decline of airship travel, leading to a shift towards heavier-than-air flight technology.