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The AN-6530 were a mid-World War II production modification for both the Army and Navy. The AN-6530 were a essentially a strengthened version of the Army Air Forces Type B-7 flying goggles.

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This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Date ca. 1943 Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear Physical Description United States Army Air Forces or Navy Type AN-6530 Flying Goggles; nickel-plated steel frames; one piece gray rubber eye cushion; tempered glass lenses; ventilation tube on frame; tan elastic adjustable strap; engraved "AN-6530" on bridge of frames. Dimensions 3-D: 17.8 x 3.8 x 8.9cm (7 x 1 1/2 x 3 1/2 in.)
 Materials Frames: Nickel-Plated Steel
Pads: Natural Foam Rubber
Lining: Chamois
Lenses: Tempered Glass
Strap: Elastic (Nylon)
Other hardware: Steel
 Inventory Number A19740853000 Credit Line Donated by Palley Supply Co. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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