Object Details
Manufacturer
David Clark Company, Inc.
Astronaut
Frank Borman
Summary
This A1-C spacesuit was worn by astronaut Frank Borman during early training sessions for the Apollo missions. The A1-C spacesuit was a modification of the Gemini G3-C and G4-C spacesuits and was only used during training until the final Apollo suit design was chosen. It consisted of five major assemblies, the main suit, helmet, boots, gloves and neck seal. The astronaut was equipped with a life vest assembly, and wore a cotton constant wear garment underneath the suit. The suit weighed approximately 25 lbs, was relatively comfortable, and permitted freedom of movement while pressurized.
The A1-C suit was made by the David Clark Company. NASA transferred this example to the National Air and Space Museum in 1973.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19830075000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits
Materials
Exterior: HT-1 Nomex, anodized aluminium, polyester, velcro, nylon
Interior: Neoprine-coated nylon, Link-net Nomex, Dacron, Mylar film, polyester Nylon
Zipper: Brass, rubber
Dimensions
Overall: 5ft 5in. x 1ft 10in. x 3in. (165.1 x 55.9 x 7.6cm)
Other (neck ring): 10 1/4in. (26cm)
Other (wrist bearing): 4 1/4in. (10.8cm)
Country of Origin
United States of America
See more items in
National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
Destination Moon
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19830075000
