R101 was a British airship designed in the 1920s as part of the United Kingdom's efforts to develop a commercial airship service. It was built by the Royal Airship Works and was intended to provide long-distance travel, offering a luxurious experience for passengers. The airship was notable for its size and advanced technology for the time. Tragically, R101 met its end during its maiden long-distance flight to India in October 1930. The airship crashed in France due to adverse weather conditions, resulting in the loss of 48 lives. This disaster marked a significant setback for airship travel and led to the decline of the airship industry in Britain.