This kit for repairing small problems with an A6-L spacesuit was carred on the Apollo 14 mission in early 1971. It includes patches, adhesives, and tools for astronauts to use in fixing minor problems with their EMU suits. A small tear or hole in the suit could have severely endangered the user, so NASA provided these kits to the astronauts in case of accidental damage during missions.
NASA transferred this kit to the Museum in 1971.
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-Accessories
Manufacturer
ILC Industries Inc.
Dimensions
Open: 35.6 x 15.2 x 5.1cm (14 x 6 x 2 in.)
Closed: 6 x 6 x 1.5 in.
Materials
Case: Beta cloth, velcro
Contents: Rubber, plastic, glue, nylon
Inventory Number
A19720582000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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