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Jacqueline Cochran wore this gear while achieving two new world speed records for women, flying a Lockheed F-104 Starfighter in June 1964.

 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 Manufacturer Dehner's
 Owner Jacqueline Cochran
 Physical Description Black high-top leather flying boots with white laces; steel spurs attached to heels for connecting to ejection seat; 8 eyelets. Dimensions Clothing: 30.5 x 9.2 x 19.1cm (12 in. x 3 5/8 in. x 7 1/2 in.)
 Materials Uppers: Leather
Laces: Cotton
 Inventory Number A19810679000 Credit Line Bequest of the Estate of Jacqueline Cochran Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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