Connector, Mercury, M-15, Schirra, Training

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Object Details

Manufacturer

B. F. Goodrich Co.

Astronaut

Walter M. Schirra, Jr.

Summary

This spacesuit was worn by astronaut Walter "Wally" Schirra during training sessions prior to his Sigma-7 flight in October 1962.

In 1959 NASA selected the silver colored nylon suit that developed B.F. Goodrich from the US Navy MK-IV full pressure suit for use in Project Mercury. The suit, which consisted of four basic components, the suit torso, helmet, gloves and boots, was worn with a long undergarment.

The NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center transferred this suit to NASM in 1972.

Credit Line

Transferred from NASA, Manned Spacecraft Center

Inventory Number

A19721158004

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits-Parts & Structural Components

Dimensions

8.26 x 6.35 x 3.81cm (3 1/4in. x 2 1/2in. x 1 1/2in.) (Approximate)

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/nv93c285daa-b484-44d6-a4b1-641156f2d5fe

Record ID

nasm_A19721158004