Object Details
Manufacturer
ILC Industries Inc.
Astronaut
Thomas P. Stafford
Summary
This spacesuit was designed for and worn by astronaut Thomas Stafford, Commander of the May 1969 Apollo 10 mission. It was used for training purposes by another astronaut after the mission.
The spacesuit was the Intra-Vehicular or IV configuration of the A-7-L suit, was designed to provide a life-sustaining environment for the astronaut during short periods of extra vehicular activity or during unpressurized spacecraft operation. It weighed approximately 20 lbs. less than its EV counterpart and permitted maximum mobility. The suit was designed to be worn with relative comfort for up to 115 hours in an unpressurized mode.
Transferred to the National Air and Space Musuem from NASA in 1975.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19750597000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits
Materials
Overall - beta cloth, rubber, nylon, plastic
Connectors - aluminum (red, blue)
Neck ring - aluminum
Wrist locking rings - aluminum (red, blue)
Dimensions
Overall: 9in. x 2ft 4in. x 5ft 7in. (22.86 x 71.12 x 170.18cm)
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_A19750597000