This Lunar Module Ascent Stage (LTA-3A) was an LM Test Article. It consists of various items of external and internal test hardware such as tanks, antennae, engine mounts, control panels, and crew equipment. During design development, this unit was used for static and dynamic structural integrity tests. It is mounted on LM Descent Stage LTA-3D.
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-Test Vehicles
Manufacturer
Grumman Aerospace Corporation
Dimensions
Overall (standard LM ascent stage): 12 ft. 4 in. tall x 14 ft. 1 in. wide, 4500 lb. (375.9 x 429.3cm, 2041.2kg)
Materials
aluminum, titanium
Inventory Number
A19761783000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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