Parachute Part in Bag [Parachute]

Object detail

Accession number

2018.21.7

Production period

1950s

Description

Large nylon parachute with orange and white sections contained in a cream cotton/linen original bag.

Parachute has ribbed sections containing nylon cord for structural and operational use.

Bag is stamped "RNZAF. / 78406 / ". [Handwritten] "44 FT RANGER.".

Marks

RNZAF. / 78406 / Stamped
44 FT RANGER. Hand-written

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic/Nylon
Processed Material/Textile/Cotton

Collection

Textiles Collection

Credit Line

1951
1953. Parachute Part in Bag [Parachute], 2018.21.7. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Parachute Parachute, Personnel Tools & Equipment for Communication Aerospace Transportation T&E Aerospace Transportation Accessories

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

Subject auto tags

Sleeve Wood Tints and shades Natural material Personal protective equipment Bag Linens Fashion accessory Rectangle Room

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