This canned fruit is typical of Shuttle-era menu choices. It was returned from the first Shuttle mission, STS-1 (Columbia), in 1981. As there is no onboard refrigerator or freezer, most foods stocked on the Shuttle are processed for storage at room temperature and packaged in individual portions. Astronauts may tailor their menus according to their personal tastes, but within nutritional guidelines.

Transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1981.

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-Food & Food Accessories

Dimensions

3-D: 5.7 x 6.4cm (2 1/4 x 2 1/2 in.)

Materials

Aluminum
Paper
Ink
Adhesive
Food

Inventory Number

A19820139000

Credit Line

Transferred from NASA Johnson Space Center

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Restrictions & Rights

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