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Test pilot Mike Melvill used this oxygen mask with his helmet during his history-making flights on SpaceShipOne in June and September, 2004. He became the first person to fly a privately developed spacecraft beyond the atmosphere and the first person awarded commercial astronaut wings. Melvill gave his flight suit, helmet, and accessories to the Museum in 2005 when SpaceShipOne entered the national collection of historic aircraft and spacecraft.

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-Helmets & Headwear

Manufacturer

Gentex Corporation

Pilot

Mike Melvill

Dimensions

3-D (Mask): 10.2 x 17.8 x 12.7cm (4 x 7 x 5 in.)
3-D (Hose): 45.7 x 0.6cm (18 x 1/4 in.)
Clothing Size: Medium Wide

Materials

Nickel plated metal, plastic, steel, silicone rubber

Inventory Number

A20060586000

Credit Line

Gift of Mike and Sally Melvill.

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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