Eighty years ago today, the R101 Airship left Cardington hangars on its maiden voyage to India. But a few hours later, the huge aircraft crashed in France, killing most of the passengers and crew. Show more
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Eighty years ago today, the R101 Airship left Cardington hangars on its maiden voyage to India. But a few hours later, the huge aircraft crashed in France, killing most of the passengers and crew. Show more
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