Spotting the rare and iconic Airbus BelugaST in flight, with its legendary \'bubble\' fuselage designed for transporting massive cargo.

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The Airbus BelugaXL — the iconic 'whale' cargo aircraft — lifts off to transport massive aircraft components across Europe.

The rare Airbus BelugaXL F-GXLJ in flight, showcasing its iconic smiling whale livery and massive cargo-carrying design.

Rare Airbus A300-600ST Beluga in striking blue Airbus livery flying between production centers.

The unique Airbus BelugaXL, with its unmistakable \'smiling\' livery, approaches for landing—an icon in the world of oversized cargo transport.

Airbus Beluga XL Nr.2 prepares to fly to Saint Nazaire

This photo was likely captured during golden hour with the aircraft on final approach at Airbus factory in Hamburg-Finkenwerder, highlighting its impressive size and unique lines.

The now retired #5 beluga

Photo is a rotation/takeoff in dramatic, low-visibility conditions, further enhancing rarity and enthusiast appeal.

This aircraft is based on the Airbus A330-200 and is the latest generation of the famous Beluga transporters, notable for their unique bulbous fuselage.

The aircraft in this image is the distinctive 'Beluga 1', the first of the 5 built. Its unique design allows it to carry oversized aerospace components.

The Beluga fleet is being gradually replaced by the larger BelugaXL but remains an iconic aircraft for aviation fans due to its whale-like appearance and logistical importance.