This is a Hazardous Environment Protective Assembly (HEPA) suit. Spacesuit manufacturer David Clark Company, Inc. made these suits for technicians testing spacesuits to wear while assisting astronauts and technicians in hypobaric chambers. Wearing the suits meant that they could enter the chambers before re-pressurization in case of an emergency. These suits resemble the Gemini spacesuits manufactured by David Clark.

NASA transferred this suit to the Museum 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 PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits Manufacturer David Clark Company, Inc.
 Dimensions Approximate: 22.86 x 163.83 x 68.58cm (9in. x 5ft 4 1/2in. x 2ft 3in.)
 Materials Anodized aluminum, ht-1 nomex, Steel, plastic, velcro, brass, nylon, neoprene-coated nylon, rubber/neoprene
 Inventory Number A19730845000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA Manned Spacecraft Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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