Object Details
Manufacturer
B. Welson & Co., United States of America
Summary
During the Apollo missions, the astronauts were able to change out of the full pressure suit they wore during launch, into a lightweight four-piece garment known as Inflight coveralls. These boots are part of the set worn by astronaut Jack Swigert during training for the Apollo 13 mission in April, 1970.
The Inflight Coverall garment was constructed of a Teflon-coated beta cloth which is highly fire resistant, and the "slippery" qualities of the fabric enabled the astronaut to don and doff the garment with ease in a weightless environment.
Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center in 1978.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19781959003
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Flight Clothing
Materials
Overall: Teflon cloth, velcro, elastic
Snaps: Chrome-plated steel
Dimensions
Clothing (w/padded storage supports): 29.2 × 12.1 × 25.4cm (11 1/2 × 4 3/4 × 10 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19781959003