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The airlock module was part of Skylab, America's first space station. Located between the orbital workshop and the multiple docking adapter, the airlock module served as both a connecting passageway and a crew exit-entry for extravehicular activity "spacewalks." The airlock module also contained a variety of equipment for Skylab systems and experiments. Two complete Skylab space stations were manufactured and equipped for flight. One was launched in 1973; the backup Skylab resides in the National Air and Space Museum. The backup airlock module was exhibited in the Museum's Space Hall from 1976-1996.

NASA transferred the airlock to the Museum in 1976.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type SPACECRAFT-Crewed Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas Astronautics Co.
 Dimensions length: 17.58 ft (5.36 m)
diameter (outside): 21.5 ft (6.55 m)
diameter (inside): 10 ft (3.05 m)
weight: 49,000 lb (22,226 kg)
 Materials Metal
 Inventory Number A19761035000 Credit Line Transferred from National Aeronautics and Space Administration Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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