Object Details
Manufacturer
David Clark Company, Inc.
Astronaut
Edward H. White, II
Summary
This spacesuit was designed for and worn by Ed White during his historic "walk in space" in June 1965. The EVA was the first by an American astronaut and lasted approximately 21 minutes.
The David Clark Company constructed the spacesuit and named it G-4-C. The G-4-C EVA suit was composed of 21 layers (including the cotton undergarment), as opposed to the 4 layers of the G-3-C suit. The spacesuit was developed by the Manned Spaceflight Center, Crew Systems Division, and designed and constructed by the David Clark Company of Worcester, Massachusetts, incorporating B.F. Goodrich helmet and gloves.
Transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1967.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19670210008
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits-Parts & Structural Components
Materials
Nylon webbing
Velcro
Steel
Copper Alloy
Chrome Plating
Synthetic Fabric
Ink
Dimensions
Storage: 36.8 x 30.5 x 13.3cm (14 1/2 x 12 x 5 1/4 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_A19670210008