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. This particular pair of goggles was worn by Cdm. Albert Read, commander of the Curtiss NC-4, during the first crossing of the Atlantic by air.
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
1919
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Physical Description
United States Navy (USN) issued flying goggles worn by Cdm. Albert Read, commander of the Curtiss NC-4; aluminum frames with cotton eye cups with fleece padding; glass lenses with discolored xylonite anti-shatter coating; broken elastic strap.
Dimensions
3-D: 20.3 x 3.8 x 7.6cm (8 x 1 1/2 x 3 in.)
Materials
Frames: Aluminum
Lenses: Glass
Eye Pads: Cotton with fleece padding
Strap: fabric
Inventory Number
A19480183000
Credit Line
Donated by Walter Loendorf
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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