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The AN-6530 were a mid-World War II production modification for both the Army and Navy. The AN-6530 were a essentially a strengthened version of the Army Air Forces Type B-7 flying goggles. This pair was worn by Lt. Louis R. Purnell of the 99th Fighter Squadron, United States Army Air Forces.

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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 Physical Description United States Army Air Forces or Navy Type AN-6530 Flying Goggles; aluminum frames; one piece gray rubber eye cussion; plexiglas lenses; ventilation tube on frame; black elastic adjustable strap; engraved "AN-6530" on bridge of frames. Dimensions 3-D: 15.2 x 6.4 x 6.4cm (6 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 in.)
 Materials Frames: Nickel Plated Steel
Pads: Rubber
Lenes: Plastic
Strap: Elastic
 Inventory Number A19910008000 Credit Line Donated by Louis R. Purnell Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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