The Hindenburg or a look a like

[MuleShack]

Saw the famous air ship flying around the south metro area, so I drove up to flying cloud airport to get some pictures. Finally got to use my new camera and lens. I upgraded to the 7D and the 70-200II

[MinnesnowtaWild]

Wow...amazing.

[Ufatz]

Nice pix and I am much intrigued by the assemblage of engines at the tail. Will have to investigate-never seen anything like it. Looks like an engineering and maintenance nightmare!!

[ThunderLund78]

Very cool! I was hoping someone would post pics before it flies on to its next spot on its tour. The news said its an actual zeppelin, not a blimp, The difference being a zeppelin has a rigid frame and is not a giant balloon like a blimp. That allows the structural integrity to mount the engines on the side. One of only two flying in the world. I saw it buzzing around the other day, it's HUGE.

[Dbl]

Nice shots and congratulations on the new camera and lens!

[DTro]

Nice to see quality pics of that thing, thanks!

I've seen it buzzing around here all weekend and pretty neat to see only 1 of the 2 that exist in the world today.

+ for 375 you can even get a ride.

[MuleShack]

It seemed to go as far south as Prior Lake and then turn around. Not sure of its air speed, but it beat me to Flying cloud. I think it is faster than it looks

[DTro]

From what I read, the top speed is about 75 and normal cruising speed is about 40

[toughguy]

Oh the Humidity!!! Ah I mean Humanity. Or ah Maybe both?