Parachute, Main, Apollo

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Northrop Ventura

Summary

This Apollo main parachute was used during the test and development program for the Apollo Command Module Earth landing system. It was transferred to the Smithsonian in 1972.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19721337000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

EQUIPMENT-Parachutes

Materials

Ripstop nylon, Synthetic Fabric, Steel, Paint, Natural fabric, Aluminum

Dimensions

Approximate: 55.88 x 340.36 x 264.16cm (1ft 10in. x 11ft 2in. x 8ft 8in.) (as photographed)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv91e8e0e21-b7ef-4727-a3b3-93082ee7eaf0

Record ID

nasm_A19721337000