This bag was used to transfer and store the helmets worn by astronaut Harrison "Jack" Schmitt during the last Apollo 17 mission in December, 1972.
The interior of the bag has a fitted base into which the Extra-Vehicular (EV) gloves may be secured along with the EV helmet. The Intra-Vehicular (IV) gloves were stored in this way during EV periods.
This helmet bag was transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA in 1985.
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
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Accessories
Astronaut
Harrison H. Schmitt
Manufacturer
ILC Industries Inc.
Dimensions
3-D: 35.6 x 30.5 x 38.1cm (14 x 12 x 15 in.)
Materials
Exterior: Beta cloth, Velcro
Interior: Plastic, Beta cloth, Velcro
Inventory Number
A19850331000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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