I remember the original design very well. It was a LOT different than the standard airship teardrop shape. It was rather wide with a rounded nose. I think I still have a piture of the stringers and frames that were bolted together.
I'll see if I can dig it up and paste it here. It DID sort of remind one of a whale shape.
I keep telling myself....deep breath....count to ten....try to answer without personal attack...present fact to back up your opinion.