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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 Navy (USN) issued flying goggles; aluminum frames with cotton eye cups with fleece padding; glass lenses with discolored xylonite anti-shatter coating; broken elastic strap.

Dimensions

3-D: 22.9 x 3.8 x 7.6cm (9 x 1 1/2 x 3 in.)

Materials

Frames: Aluminum
Lenses: Glass
Eye Pads: Cotton with fleece padding
Strap: Elastic

Inventory Number

A19620048000

Credit Line

Donated by A. C. Harlander

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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