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This life vest was stowed aboard Apollo 11 for use in the event of an emergency, and was assigned to lunar module pilot Buzz Aldrin for his use.

Life vests were part of the emergency survival equipment issued to astronauts during the Apollo program. The unit was worn around the upper torso, with straps over the shoulder, and fastened with a buckle in the front. Upon leaving the spacecraft, the two vests would have been deployed.

Transferred from NASA in 1972

 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-Life Support Manufacturer B. Welson & Co., United States of America
 Dimensions 3-D: 106.7 x 10.2 x 6.4cm (42 x 4 x 2 1/2 in.)
 Materials Beta Cloth
Nylon
Rubber
Aluminum
Steel
Chrome Plating
Velcro
 Inventory Number A19980027000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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