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A/P22S-6A
Part of MC-2
American pressure suit, operational 1975. Modified A/P22S-6 suit to add urine collection device with other material and hardware changes.
AKA: S1024B. Status: operational 1975.
This high altitude suit was a multi-layered unit that covered the neck, torso, arms, legs and the feet. The high altitude full pressure flying outfit was designed for long duration, high altitude flights consisting of a full pressure suit, gloves and helmet. When integrated, the flying outfit provided the following major features:
- Breathing system
- Anti-suffocation protection
- Habitable environment above 35,000 feet
- Ventilation system
- Visor heating system
- Communication system
- Feeding and drinking capability
- Urine relief system
The A/P22S-61 model of the suit was primarily used on the SR-71 aircraft.
Family:
Space Suits.
Country:
USA.
Agency:
David Clark.
Bibliography:
487.
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