Object Details
Manufacturer
ILC Industries Inc.
Astronaut
John L. Swigert Jr.
Summary
This is a developmental version of the Apollo A7-L spacesuit that men used to walk on the Moon. This particular suit was sized to astronaut John Swigert, but consists of a pressure garment assembly (PGA) made to fit him and a Thermal Micrometeoroid Garment (TMG) coverlayer that fit astronaut Edgar Mitchell. The suit was made in 1968, most likely as a final test of refinements made before the first Apollo missions.
NASA transferred this spacesuit to the Museum in 1973.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19731420000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits
Materials
Overall - beta cloth, rubber (silicone), nylon, plastic, neoprene-coated nylon
Connectors - Anodized aluminum (red, blue)
Neck ring - Anodized aluminum
Wrist locking rings - Anodized aluminum (red, blue)
Other: Silk, Brass, Steel, Velcro
Dimensions
Approximate: 19.05 x 175.26 x 82.55cm (7 1/2in. x 5ft 9in. x 2ft 8 1/2in.)
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_A19731420000