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. This pair was worn by Lt. Louis R. Purnell of the 99th Fighter Squadron, United States Army Air Forces.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
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; aluminum frames; one piece gray rubber eye cussion; plexiglas lenses; ventilation tube on frame; black elastic adjustable strap; engraved "AN-6530" on bridge of frames.
Dimensions
3-D: 15.2 x 6.4 x 6.4cm (6 x 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 in.)
Materials
Frames: Nickel Plated Steel
Pads: Rubber
Lenes: Plastic
Strap: Elastic
Inventory Number
A19910008000
Credit Line
Donated by Louis R. Purnell
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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