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You're referring to Zeppelin Mail!
Zeppelin Mail, also known as Zeppelinpost, was a pioneering form of mail delivery that used Zeppelins (rigid airships) to transport mail and packages over long distances. The service was operated by the German Zeppelin Company (Luftschiffbau Zeppelin) from 1910 to 1935.
Here are some interesting facts about Zeppelin Mail:
- First flight: The first Zeppelin Mail flight took place on June 1, 1910, from Frankfurt to Baden-Baden, carrying 55 kilograms (121 pounds) of mail.
- Route network: Zeppelin Mail operated on several routes across Europe, including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, and Italy.
- Speed: Zeppelins could travel at speeds of up to 80 km/h (50 mph), which was relatively fast for the time.
- Capacity: Zeppelins could carry up to 1,000 kilograms (2,200 pounds) of mail and packages.
- Reliability: Zeppelin Mail was known for its reliability, with an average delivery time of 2-3 days for long-distance routes.
- Competition: Zeppelin Mail faced competition from other forms of transportation, such as trains and ships, but its unique capabilities and reliability helped it maintain a strong market share.
- End of service: Zeppelin Mail ceased operations in 1935 due to the rise of air travel and the decline of the Zeppelin industry.
Zeppelin Mail played an important role in the development of air transportation and mail delivery, and its legacy can be seen in the modern air cargo industry.