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This helmet was worn by astronaut Alan B. Shepard during the first Mercury flight.

The helmet was constructed of fiberglass and epoxy resin and was molded to fit directly into the neck bearing disconnect. A Plexiglas visor, capable of being raised for access, was attached with pivots, and when lowered into pressure sealing position, it locked in place with a latch. Communication devices with suede-covered ear pads were incorporated into the helmet.

Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center in 1977

 Display Status

This object is on display in Destination Moon at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Destination Moon
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear Astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr.
 Manufacturer B. F. Goodrich Co.
 Dimensions 3-D: 26.1 × 24.1 × 22cm (10 1/4 × 9 1/2 × 8 11/16 in.)
Other (Neck Ring): 9 1/2 in. (24.1cm)
 Materials Liner: None.
Overall: Resin-impregnated fibreglass, aluminium
Visor: Plexiglass, aluminium
Liner: See 1977-0563-006: Leather, foam (Only front half remains, rear was removed and destroyed)
 Inventory Number A19770563001 Credit Line Transferred from NASA, Johnson Space Center. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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