SSZ class airship
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The SSZ (Sea Scout Zero) non-rigid airships or "blimps" were developed in United Kingdom during World War I from the earlier SS ("Sea Scout") class. The main role of these craft was to escort convoys and scout or search for German U-boats. A secondary purpose was to detect and destroy mines.[1]
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SSZ class | |
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Role | Patrol airship |
National origin | United Kingdom |
First flight | 1916 |
Primary user | Royal Navy |
Number built | 77 |
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