Helmet, G3C/A1C, Schirra, Gemini 6
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Object Details
- Manufacturer
- David Clark Company, Inc.
- Astronaut
- Walter M. Schirra, Jr.
- Summary
- This helmet was worn by astronaut Walter "Wally" Schirra during his Gemini 6 flight in December, 1965. The helmet was later modified for use by astronaut Donn Eisele during training sessions prior to his Apollo 7 mission in October, 1968.
- The helmet was constructed of fiberglass and epoxy resin and was molded to fit directly into the neck bearing disconnect. A Plexiglas visor, capable of being raised for access, was attached with pivots, and when lowered into pressure sealing position, it locked in place with a latch. Communication devices with suede-covered ear pads were incorporated into the helmet.
- Transferred from NASA in 1968
- Credit Line
- Transferred from NASA, Manned Spacecraft Center
- Inventory Number
- A19680442001
- Restrictions & Rights
- Usage conditions apply
- Type
- PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
- Materials
- Shell: High impact plastic, rubber
- Visor: Polycarbonate
- Fittings: Aluminum, steel, polyester, nylon, Velcro
- Dimensions
- 3-D: 29.2 x 29.2cm (11 1/2 x 11 1/2 in.)
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- See more items in
- National Air and Space Museum Collection
- National Air and Space Museum
- Record ID
- nasm_A19680442001
- Metadata Usage (text)
- Not determined
- GUID (Link to Original Record)
- http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9f9dad814-a956-49aa-860f-c5e02cb453bf
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