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This G3-C spacesuit was made for and worn by astronaut Charles "Pete" Conrad during the Gemini 5 mission in August 1965, in which he was Pilot.

The suit was in the EV or Extra-Vehicular configuration, and consisted of five major assemblies, the main torso, helmet, boots gloves and neck seal. Additionally, he wore a constant wear garment and life vest assembly. The suit permitted freedom of movement, and was equipped with communication and bio-medical transmission equipment.

Transferred from NASA in 1968

 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 Charles Conrad, Jr.
 Manufacturer David Clark Company, Inc.
 Dimensions Approximate: 5ft x 8in. x 1ft 11in. (152.4 x 20.32 x 58.42cm)
 Materials Exterior: HT nylon, Steel, Velcro, Neoprene-Coated nylon, plastic
Zippers: Cotton, brass, rubber/neoprene
Interior: Neoprene-coated nylon
Connectors, fittings and disconnects: Anodized aluminum
 Inventory Number A19680452000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA, Manned Spacecraft Center. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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