Miscellaneous Facts

• There are more astronauts in the world than airship pilots.
• There are only about 25 blimps in operation in the entire world.
• An airship is never left alone. There is always a crew member on watch 24 hours per day. They must check the pressure in the airship on an hourly basis to be sure there are no leaks.
• Airships are flown from city to city and not deflated, because the process would be very costly and time consuming.

Specification of Lightship A60+
Model:	Lightship A60+
Operator/Owner:	The Lightship Group
Manufacturer:	American Blimp Corporation
Length:	132 feet
Width:	44 feet
Height:	37 feet
Volume:	70,000 cubic feet of helium
Empty Weight:	2,770 pounds

Envelope
Materials:	Technologically advanced fabrics enhance UV protection of the envelope, which carries the structural load and acts as the gas barrier.
Illumination:	Features a special internal illumination system comprising of two 1,000 watt bulbs, allowing the airship to glow during nighttime operations

Gondola Specifications
Length:	13 feet (cabin 9 feet)
Height:	9.5 feet (cabin 6.33 feet)
Width:	5 feet
Passenger Capacity:	The pilot plus 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 small children
Camera Capabilities:	Gyro-stabilized camera mounting capabilities, providing an excellent platform for television and video photography

Performance Specifications
Range:	425 nm
Endurance:	15 hours at cruise
Cruising Speed:	32 mph
Maximum Speed:	55 mph (with winds in favor)
Power:	Twin, 80-horsepower Limbach engines
Electrical System:	28-volt, 70-amp system with two 28-volt, 35-amp alternators
Fuel Capacity:	74 gallons
Fuel Consumption:	4 gallons per hour (cruising)
Maximum Rate of Climb:	1,600 feet per minute
Operating Area Diameter:	750 feet
Flight Configuration:	Day / Night, VFR / IFR, Single Pilot
Crew:	13