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Zeppelin LZ 4

Zeppelin · Rigid Airship (Pioneer / Experimental) / Endurance Demonstration / Public Spectacle · Germany · Pioneer Age (pre-1919)

Zeppelin LZ 4 — Rigid Airship (Pioneer / Experimental) / Endurance Demonstration / Public Spectacle
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The Zeppelin LZ 4 was a German experimental airship constructed under the direction of Ferdinand von Zeppelin. First flown on 20 June 1908, it made a series of successful flights including a 12-hour flight over Switzerland. It was destroyed when it caught fire after landing to carry out engine repairs during a projected 24-hour endurance trial. This disaster proved fortunate for Zeppelin: donations by the German public raised 6.5 million marks, so guaranteeing the future of his development of airships.

Specifications

Category
Airship
Sub-Category
Rigid Airship
Domain
Civil
Era
Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Zeppelin
Operator
Zeppelin Foundation
Primary Role
Rigid Airship (Pioneer / Experimental) / Endurance Demonstration / Public Spectacle
Status
Destroyed
Service Entry
1908
Produced
1
Engine
2x Daimler inline
Thrust / Power
105 hp each
Launch
Ground (mooring mast / water mooring)
Length (ft)
446
Wingspan (ft)
42
MTOW (lb)
19800
Endurance (hr)
12
Range (mi)
500
Max Speed (mph)
30