Object Details
- Summary
- This helmet was worn by Scott Carpenter during the second orbital flight of a U.S. astronaut. The flight took place on May 24, 1962 and lasted for 4 hours and 56 minutes, during which time he traveled 76,020 miles and orbited the earth three times.
- The helmet was constructed of fiberglass and epoxy resin and was molded to fit directly into the neck bearing disconnect. A Plexiglas visor, capable of being raised for access, was attached with pivots, and when lowered into pressure sealing position, it locked in place with a latch. Communication devices with suede-covered ear pads were incorporated into the helmet.
- Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA in 1971
- Data Source
- National Air and Space Museum
- Manufacturer
- B. F. Goodrich Co.
- Astronaut
- Scott M. Carpenter
- Credit Line
- Donated by the U.S. Navy Yard, Washington, DC
- Materials
- Shell: Epoxy/Fibreglass composite
- Fittings: Aluminium, rubber
- Visor: Plastic, Fibreglass, aluminium
- Dimensions
- 3-D: 23.5 x 27.9 x 22.9cm (9 1/4 x 11 x 9 in.)
- Type
- PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
