Object Details
Manufacturer
B. F. Goodrich Co.
Astronaut
Leroy Gordon Cooper Jr.
Summary
This helmet was made for astronaut Gordon Cooper and was used during training sessions prior to his Mercury mission, named Faith 7. Modeled to the astronaut's head, the helmet was constructed of a white fiberglass composite with an attached aluminum-edged visor, a mechanical closing assembly, and a leather comfort pad affixed to the interior. Suede-covered earphones and a microphone attached to the helmet's interior provided a level of comfort, and "hands free" communication.
Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA in 1972
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19720540000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Materials
Shell: Epoxy-fiberglass composite
Visor: Acrylic
Interior: Suede, rubber
Fittings: Aluminum
Dimensions
3-D: 24.1 x 26.7cm (9 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Exhibit Station
Human Spaceflight
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19720540000