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This spacesuit was constructed by the Hamilton Standard Corporation for the US Air Force, MOL (Manned Orbiting Laboratory) program in the early 1960s. The MOL program was an Air Force intelligence-gathering program that never became operational.

The suit was a front-opening, full pressure suit, incorporating many new design features, which included a one-piece helmet and gloves with stainless steel "finger-nails".

Transferred to NASM from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center in 1973.

 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 Hamilton Standard
 Dimensions Approximate: 5ft 2in. x 2ft 3in. x 8in. (157.48 x 68.58 x 20.32cm)
 Materials Exterior: HT Nylon, polyester, anodized aluminium, steel, brass, rubber/neoprene, neoprene-coated nylon, velcro
Interior: Rubber/Neoprene, polyester, aluminium
 Inventory Number A19730860000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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