Headset, Communications, Schirra, Apollo 7

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Pacific Plantronics, Inc.

Astronaut

Walter M. Schirra, Jr.

Summary

This lightweight communications headset was worn by astronaut Walter "Wally" Schirra during the Apollo 7 mission in October 1968. Though the astronauts wore a full communications cap with their spacesuits, this headset was lighter and less confining so used more regularly during normal operations inside the spacecraft.

NASA transferred this headset to the Smithsonian 1974.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19740722000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Communications Gear

Materials

Wood

Synthetic Fabric

Natural Fabric

Aluminum

Steel

Plastic

Foam

Paint

Ink

Adhesive

Dimensions

Overall: 12 1/4 x 11 15/16 x 5 7/16 in. (31.1 x 30.3 x 13.8cm)

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/nv914f5dfad-5223-4079-a3d7-5cfe34ae418c

Record ID

nasm_A19740722000