Each Apollo spacecraft was equipped with a set of survival rucksacks. The contents were to be used in the event of an emergency landing in remote areas of the world.
This rectangular-shaped bag made of Armalon, a Teflon-coated glass fabric, was one of survival rucksacks designed for the Apollo program. It is equipped with a strap handle so it could be removed rapidly from the spacecraft in the event of an emergency, and a zipper opening. During flight, it would have been stowed in the command module right-hand forward equipment bay. The size and shape of the bag were controlled by the stowage location.
This rucksack was transferred from NASA to the Smithsonian in 1978.
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-Survival
Manufacturer
General Electric Company
Dimensions
3-D (Bag Folded): 50.8 x 33 x 16.5cm (20 x 13 x 6 1/2 in.)
Materials
Stainless Steel, Brass, Armalon, Plastic
Inventory Number
A19782010000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA, Johnson Space Center.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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