This is part of a console, manufactured by the General Dynamics Corporation, used to sequence the launch and control the flight of Atlas intercontinental ballistic missiles, launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base on a trajectory over the Pacific Ocean.

Transferred to the Museum from Vandenberg Air Force Base in 1994.

Display Status

This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

James S. McDonnell Space Hangar

Object Details

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

EQUIPMENT-Autopilots

Contractor

General Dynamics Corp.

Dimensions

3-D: 121.9 x 61 x 94cm (48 x 24 x 37 in.)

Materials

Knobs/Switches - Plastic & Metal
Overall - Metal painted green

Inventory Number

A19940160002

Credit Line

Gift of U.S. Department of Air Force

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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