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Who was on board The Hindenburg when it burst into flames and crashed?
Who was on board The Hindenburg when it burst into flames and crashed?
97 people, including 13 passengers, 22 aircrew, and one American ground crewman.
What was the impact of The Hindenburg disaster on public confidence in airships?
What was the impact of The Hindenburg disaster on public confidence in airships?
The disaster completely shattered public confidence in airships.
What happened the day after The Hindenburg disaster?
What happened the day after The Hindenburg disaster?
The Graf Zeppelin landed safely in Germany after its return flight from Brazil, marking the last international passenger airship flight.
What has been the use of helium airships since the 1960s?
What has been the use of helium airships since the 1960s?
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Where did The Hindenburg disaster occur?
Where did The Hindenburg disaster occur?
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What are the main types of airships?
What are the main types of airships?
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Who was the pioneer of rigid airships?
Who was the pioneer of rigid airships?
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What is the common name for rigid airships due to their association with a specific company?
What is the common name for rigid airships due to their association with a specific company?
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What was the Hindenburg specifically designed for?
What was the Hindenburg specifically designed for?
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Why did the use of airships decrease after the 1940s?
Why did the use of airships decrease after the 1940s?
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