Inflight Coverall Garment, Trousers, Haise, Training
This garment was worn by astronaut Fred Haise during training for the Apollo 13 mission in April, 1970.
During the Apollo missions, the astronauts were able to change out of the full pressure suit they wore during launch, into a lightweight four-piece garment known as Inflight coveralls.
The garment is constructed of a Teflon-coated beta cloth which is highly fire resistant, and the "slippery" qualities of the fabric enabled the astronaut to don and doff the garment with ease in a weightless environment.
Transferred from NASA in 1979.
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-Flight Clothing
Manufacturer
B. Welson & Co., United States of America
Astronaut
Fred W. Haise Jr.
Dimensions
Clothing: 88.9 x 55.9 x 2.5cm (35 x 22 x 1 in.)
Materials
Overall: Teflon cloth, elastic, velcro, plastic
Snaps: Chrome-plated steel
Inventory Number
A19791221000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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