This spacesuit was worn by astronaut and mission Commander Alan Shepard during the Apollo 14 mission in January 1971. Apollo 14 was the third lunar landing during which the astronauts explored the Fra Mauro Highlands.
The International Latex Corporation designed and constructed the spacesuit in the configuration for extra-vehicular activities, with the NASA designation ofA-7L. When combined with the portable life support system and other components making up the extravehicular mobility unit, the suit weighed approximately 82 kilograms (180 pounds) here on Earth.
NASA transferred the suit to the National Air and Space Museum in 1971.
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-Pressure Suits
Astronaut
Alan B. Shepard Jr.
Manufacturer
ILC Industries Inc.
Dimensions
Overall: 5ft 6in. x 2ft 8in. x 11in. (167.64 x 81.3 x 27.9cm)
Materials
Exterior: Beta cloth, Chromel-R, nylon, polyester, velcro
Interior: Rubber, nylon
Connectors: Anodized aluminium, two red, four blue
Neckring: Anodized aluminium, red
Wrist locking rings: Anodized aluminium, red and blue
Inventory Number
A19720587000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA, Manned Spacecraft Center.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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