Object Details
Astronaut
Michael J. Smith
Summary
Among the items issued to astronauts are velcro-backed leather name tags that can be attached to flight suits and jackets. This name tag is a spare for astronaut Michael J. Smith. He was pilot of the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger mission (STS 51-L) that ended barely a minute into launch when the vehicle was destroyed and all seven astronauts died.
NASA transferred a number of spare astronaut name tags to the Museum over the years, including this one in 2000.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A20050080000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Accessories
Materials
leather, velcro
Dimensions
2-D - Unframed (H x W): 5.1 x 10.2cm (2 x 4 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A20050080000