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This T-1 boot was first used in 1951. The suit to which it belongs was developed from an emergency suit used on three flights in the US Navy's D-558-II rocket-powered airplane, popularly known as the Douglas Skyrocket.

The T-1 suit was used in fighters and experimental aircraft as it incorporated acceleration protection features. The suit and its boots were designed to provide dependable emergency protection in high altitudes for short time periods.

The T-1 suit was manufactured by the David Clark Company, which later on was the prime contracter for the NASA Gemini spacesuits. NASA transferred the boot to the Museum in 1973.

 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-Footwear Dimensions Clothing: 29.2 x 10.2 x 22.9cm (11 1/2 in. x 4 in. x 9 in.)
 Materials Leather, rubber, synthetic fabric, plastic, non-ferrous metal
 Inventory Number A19730755002 Credit Line Transferred from the United States Air Force Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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