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This lightweight communications headset was worn by astronaut Neil Armstrong on the Apollo 11 mission in July 1969. Though the astronauts wore a full communications cap under their helmets with their spacesuits, this headset was lighter and less confining so used more regularly during normal operations inside the spacecraft.

NASA transferred this tube to the Museum in 1970 with other Apollo 11 equipment.

 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-Communications Gear Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong
 Manufacturer Pacific Plantronics, Inc.
 Dimensions Approximate: 1 in. deep x 9 in. long x 9 in. wide (2.54 x 22.86 x 22.86cm)
 Materials Earphones: Plastic, foam, communications equipment
Connecting Frame: Fabric-covered steel
 Inventory Number A19791737000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA -Johnson Space Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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