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(July 9) -- Following a monthlong journey to New Orleans from its permanent home in Yuma, Ariz., the U.S. Navy MZ-3A blimp will -- weather permitting -- today take its first flight over the gulf oil spill, according to CNN.
The 178-foot airship will aid a restarted oil skimming effort temporarily suspended due to several days of rough seas.
"Having something at a low altitude that can stay on scene a very long time is extremely valuable. We are anxious to see how it works," retired Coast Guard Adm. Thad Allen told CNN.
As explained earlier this week by Surge Desk, officials hope the blimp will facilitate oil skimming operations by making it easier to direct cleanup crews to where they're needed most, in addition to spotting wildlife in distress. Officials believe that the blimp's ability to hover for up to 12 hours on a limited amount of fuel will make it an effective asset in combating the disaster.
US Navy's MZ-3A Blimp to Make First Gulf Oil Spill Mission
Jul 9, 2010 – 11:05 AM
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