Helmet, Full Pressure, United States Navy

Object Details

Manufacturer
Firewel Co.
Summary
This helmet was used during testing of a developmental, full pressure suit that was part of a series of pressure suits developed by B.F. Goodrich in the early and middle 1950s. One advanced feature of this suit was the zippered sizing adjustments and a bayonet-type neck disconnect to which the helmet was attached.
The US Navy, Naval Air Material Center transferred this helmet to the National Air and Space Museum in 1956.
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Credit Line
Transferred from the US Navy, Naval Air Material Center, Philadelphia
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Inventory Number
A19600198001
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Materials
Exterior shell: Aluminum, fiberglass, paint, USN logo
Lining: Rubber, foam, leather, nylon, suede earpads
Hoses: Rubber, aluminum
Dimensions
3-D: 25.4 x 27.9 x 27.9cm (10 x 11 x 11 in.)
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9eb8fdc64-a735-4583-a813-1c86e657d1c1
Record ID
nasm_A19600198001
Protective helmet shell w/rubber inner components & earphones