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Jacqueline Cochran wore this gear while achieving two new world speed records for women, flying a Lockheed F-104 Starfighter in June 1964.

 Display Status

This object is on display in Nation of Speed at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Nation of Speed
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type EQUIPMENT-Breathing Devices Owner Jacqueline Cochran
 Manufacturer Sierra Engineering Co.
 Physical Description Green hardshell assembly with green rubber United States Air Force Type MBU-5/P oxygen mask and hose with nylon straps. Dimensions Overall: 15.24 x 12.7 x 73.66cm (6in. x 5in. x 2ft 5in.)
 Materials CAUTION: Cadmium corrosion;
Rubber, white metal alloy, plastic, nylon
 Inventory Number A19810675000 Credit Line Bequest of the Estate of Jacqueline Cochran Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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