R100
The R100 was a British airship designed in the 1920s as part of the country's efforts to develop lighter-than-air travel. Constructed by the Royal Airship Works, it was notable for its size and advanced design, featuring a rigid structure and a gas-filled envelope. The airship made its first flight in December 1929 and was intended for long-distance travel.
The R100 completed a successful transatlantic flight to Canada in 1930, showcasing its potential for passenger and cargo transport. However, following a tragic accident involving its sister ship, the R101, the British government halted airship development, leading to the R100's eventual dismantling in 1931.