Parachute Harness, McDivitt

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Object Details

Astronaut

James A. McDivitt

Manufacturer

Northrop Corp.

Summary

This parachute harness was worn by astronaut James McDivitt, Command Pilot of the Gemini IV mission that occured in June 1965.

During ascent and entry, each crewmember wore special equipment consisting of a partial pressure suit, a parachute harness assembly, and a parachute pack. The harness provided a lightweight, strong, and comfortable means of attaching the personal parachute to the astronaut, which were only used during the Gemini program. Northrop Ventura made the harness and parachute.

NASA transferred this object to the museum at the end of Project Gemini.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19670172000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Life Support

Materials

Nylon

Steel

Paint

Ink

Dimensions

Approximate: 76.8 x 73 x 12.7cm (30 1/4 x 28 3/4 x 5 in.)

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/nv9c09cd9e9-2fe4-4ab4-a8e2-4f9b8d92ecb9

Record ID

nasm_A19670172000