Manufactured by U.S. Keds, these sneakers, sometimes called boots, were worn by William P. "Bill" Suitor when he served as a Rocket Belt pilot for Bell Aerosystems from March 1964 to June 1970. He made many flights, including flights on the Bell No. 2 Rocket Belt in the collection of the National Air and Space Museum.
Suitor donated these items to the Museum in 2004.
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
Date
ca. 1964-1970
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Footwear
Manufacturer
US Keds
Dimensions
Clothing: 26.7 x 10.2 x 27.9cm (10 1/2 in. x 4 in. x 11 in.)
Materials
Overall, fabric; rubber soles, further treated by manufacturer with a special coating resistant to the hydrogen peroxide propellant of the Rocket Belt.; laces, fabric; eyelets and zipper, aluminum
Inventory Number
A20060075000
Credit Line
Gift of William P. "Bill" Suitor
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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