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CARDINGTON AIRFIELD, England — The world’s largest aircraft has taken off on its maiden flight. The 302-foot-long Airlander 10 is filled with 1.3 million cubic feet of helium, can reach an altitude of up to 16,000 feet, and stay in the air for five days. Manufacturer Hybrid Air Vehicles says the aircraft can be used for surveillance, communications and humanitarian aid deliveries. Its first flight was cancelled on Sunday due to a technical problem. After several more delays Wednesday, the Airl…
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