Object Details
Manufacturer
ILC Industries Inc.
Astronaut
Neil A. Armstrong
Summary
This spacesuit was worn by astronaut Neil Armstrong during training sessions in preparation for the Apollo 11 mission. On this historic flight, Armstrong became the first human to step on the moon on July 20, 1969.
Training suits were identical to those worn during flight, and were designed to provide a life sustaining environment for the astronaut during periods of extra vehicular activity or during unpressurized spacecraft operation. It permitted maximum mobility and was designed to be worn with relative comfort for up to 115 hours in conjunction with the liquid cooling garment. It was also capable of being worn for 14 days in an unpressurized mode.
The spacesuit was made by the International Latex Corporation, with the designation A-7L, and was constructed in the Extra-vehicular or EV configuration.
Transferred from NASA to NASM in 1972.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19721024000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits
Materials
Overall - beta cloth, rubber, nylon, plastic
Connectors - aluminum (red, blue)
Neck ring - aluminum
Wrist locking rings - aluminum (red, blue)
Dimensions
Approximately 67 in. tall x 32 in. wide x 11 in. deep (170.2 x 81.3 x 27.9 cm)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19721024000