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Manufactured by the Bill Jack Scientific Instrument Co., this helmet was worn by William P. "Bill" Suitor when he served as a Rocket Belt pilot for Bell Aerosystems from March 1964 to June 1970. He made many flights, including flights on the Bell No. 2 Rocket Belt in the collection of the National Air and Space Museum.

William Suitor donated this item to the Museum in 2004.

 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
Date ca. 1964-1970 Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear Manufacturer Bill Jack Scientific Instrument Co.
 Dimensions 3-D: 22.9 x 25.4cm (9 x 10 in.)
 Materials Overall, fiberglass shell; nylon chin strap with non-ferrous buckle; foam strip around face opening
 Inventory Number A20060073000 Credit Line Gift of William P. "Bill" Suitor Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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