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This microphone is one of a pair installed as part of the communications equipment in the G4-C Helmet worn by Neil Armstrong during his Gemini 8 mission in March 1966. It was installed on the interior, right side of the helmet, with a matching microphone to the left. They could be maneuvered slightly for comfort and function.

Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center in 1968

 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 Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong
 Dimensions 3-D: 8.9 x 3.8 x 1.3cm (3 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1/2 in.)
 Materials Plastic
Paint
Anodized Aluminum
Steel
 Inventory Number A19680455004 Credit Line Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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