The Flying Bum! 14 Pics Of The World’s Largest Aircraft As It Soars Over Britain

The world’s largest aircraft has finally taken off on its maiden voyage - and onlookers have already dubbed it the ‘flying bum’.

With a back that looks a bit like a bulbous rear end, the Airlander 10′s nickname is understandable.

Crowds clapped and cheered as the craft soared above them during its first outing from the First World War hangar at Cardington airfield in Bedfordshire.