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This is a stand for a Lunar Orbiter model, made by Boeing and given to Dr. Hugh L. Dryden. Dr. Dryden was Deputy Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration from 1958 until his death in December 1965. Five Lunar Orbiters, all of which were made by Boeing, were launched in 1966 and 1967 to photograph potential landing sites for the Apollo missions to the Moon. It is not known who gave the model and stand to Dr. Dryden or when. Mrs. Dryden donated them to the Museum in 1975.

 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 MODELS-Uncrewed Spacecraft & Parts Manufacturer Boeing Company
 Dimensions Approximate (base): 7 1/4 × 5 3/4 × 1 in. (18.4 × 14.6 × 2.5cm)
Approximate (metal support): 5 1/4 × 4 1/2 × 1/4 in. (13.3 × 11.4 × 0.6cm)
 Materials Wood
Aluminum
Brass
Synthetic Fabric
 Inventory Number A19750407001 Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Hugh L. Dryden Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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