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This Apollo main parachute was used during the test and development program for the Apollo Command Module Earth landing system. It was transferred to the Smithsonian 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 EQUIPMENT-Parachutes Manufacturer Northrop Ventura
 Dimensions Approximate: 55.88 x 340.36 x 264.16cm (1ft 10in. x 11ft 2in. x 8ft 8in.) (as photographed)
 Materials Ripstop nylon, Synthetic Fabric, Steel, Paint, Natural fabric, Aluminum
 Inventory Number A19721337000 Credit Line Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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