Object Details
Summary
This pouch was removed from the Gemini 10 spacecraft after flight and was stored at the spacecraft manufacturer, McDonnell Aircraft Corporation. Gemini 10 was launched on July 18, 1966, for a 3-day mission. Commander John Young and pilot Michael Collins orbited the Earth 43 times. On the third orbit, Gemini 10 made a successful rendezvous and docking with the Agena 10 target. After undocking with Agena 10, the Gemini crew rendezvoused with Agena 8 without the use of radar. During the second of two EVA's, Collins used a hand-held maneuvering unit to fly to Agena 8, where he recovered a scientific package. Gemini 10 marked the first flight to rendezvous with two different target vehicles.
In 1968 it was sent to the Smithsonian with a large number of Gemini parts.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration through McDonnell Aircraft Corp.
Inventory Number
A19680350000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Parts & Structural Components
Materials
Vinyl, Plastic, Velcro, Synthetic Fabric, Brass, Nylon
Dimensions
1ft 1 1/2in. x 7 1/2in. x 2in. (34.29 x 19.05 x 5.08cm) (Approximate)
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_A19680350000