This life vest was part of the emergency equipment carried aboard Apollo 11 in July 1969, and was assigned to command module pilot Michael Collins 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.
NASA transferred this vest to NASM 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
Date
1968
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
Harness: Beta Cloth Nylon
Straps: Nylon/Polyester webbing
Buckles, Grommets: Steel
Other: Plastic, rubber, metal
Inventory Number
A19791561000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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