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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 Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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