This is a communicaitons system earpiece, custom molded to fit the left ear of Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin. It allowed him to easily and comfortably hear transmissions from Mission Control during the mission while he was in the command module.
NASA transferred the communications earpiece to the Museum in 1970 with other Apollo 11 equipment.
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-Communications Gear
Astronaut
Buzz Aldrin
Manufacturer
Unknown
Dimensions
Overall: 31.12 x 2.86 x 1.91cm (1ft 1/4in. x 1 1/8in. x 3/4in.)
Materials
Rubber
Plastic
Inventory Number
A19791574000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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