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Each spacecraft was equipped with removable window shades which were secured in place with hook and loop closure, and prevented the sun shining inside. Without the "safety layer" of Earth's atmosphere, the sun's light is strong and periodically required blocking (for sleeping, etc.).

This shade was used in Command Module "Columbia's" circular hatch window during the historical Apollo 11 first lunar-landing mission. It was transferred from NASA to the Smithsonian in 1970.

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

SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Parts & Structural Components

Dimensions

Other: 11 15/16 × 7/16 in. (30.3 × 1.1cm)

Materials

Anodized Aluminum
Paint
Foam
Adhesive

Inventory Number

A19791582000

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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