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Old 18th Nov 2017, 15:39
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eppy
 
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I doubt the damage is as bad as it looks. If the statement from Airlander is correct (big if I know) then this was a controlled, pyrotechnically activited deflation system that automatically activated upon the aircraft becoming loose from its moornings, tearing the fabric hull in specific places to ensure immediate deflation.

I would assume that this safety system was designed to minimise or eliminate structural damage to the aircraft, and doubt very much that it "split into two" as reported by news media.

If the safety system has worked as designed, then I would expect the straight forward fabric repairs required to be completed in a few weeks at minimal cost.

She should be flying again soon.
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