Jacqueline Cochran wore this gear while achieving two new world speed records for women, flying a Lockheed F-104 Starfighter in June 1964.
Display Status
This object is on display in Nation of Speed at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Owner
Jacqueline Cochran
Manufacturer
Toptex Inc.
Physical Description
Green fiberglass shell with leather padding & adjustable sun visor, with earphones. Stored inside felt-lined zippered cotton helmet bag, possibly not part of object. Both stored inside padded olive drab nylon drawstring helmet back with leather "Jackie Cochran" nametag.
Dimensions
3-D: 25.4 x 27.9 x 24.1cm (10 x 11 x 9 1/2 in.)
Materials
Fiberglas, steel, Nickel Plating, imitation leather, foam, polycarbonate, Rubber/Neoprene, Nylon, plastic, brass, polyester, cotton
HAZMAT: cadmium plating
Inventory Number
A19810674000
Credit Line
Bequest of the Estate of Jacqueline Cochran
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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