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This helmet cover was used on the Gemini helmet worn by astronaut Gordon Cooper during training sessions in the middle 1960s. It is constructed of a foam and nylon padding, and was designed to be placed over the helmet whenever the helmet was not in use as a protective measure.

Transferred from NASA in 1970.

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-Helmets & Headwear

Manufacturer

David Clark Company, Inc.

Astronaut

Leroy Gordon Cooper Jr.

Dimensions

3-D: 29.2 x 27.9 x 30.5cm (11 1/2 x 11 x 12 in.)

Materials

Synthetic Fabric
Velcro
Ink

Inventory Number

A19710785001

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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