These flying goggles were a British design and were issued to American military aviators as part of their standard flying equipment during World War I.
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
Physical Description
United States Army Air Service (USAAS) issued flying goggles; aluminum frames with cotton eye cups with fleece padding; glass lenses with discolored xylonite anti-shatter coating; broken white elastic strap.
Dimensions
3-D: 16.5 x 3.8 x 6.4cm (6 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 2 1/2 in.)
Materials
Frames: Aluminum
Lenses: Glass
Eye Pads: Cotton with fleece padding
Strap: Elastic
Inventory Number
A20040025000
Credit Line
Donated by Helene Seaborn Hopson
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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