Object Record
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Metadata
Object |
Helmet |
Name of object |
CL Handle |
Description (ex. RP-63G) |
Helmet worn by Jim Walker and modified to be used as a Control Line handle in order to fly a model airplane. The green helmet has no brim and extends over the ears. A set of CL wires extend from over the ear on the wearer's right side. Used by Jim Walker when making demonstration flights where he flew a CL model in both hands, as well as off the this helmet, in addition to his belt buckle. |
Materials used |
Leather/Metal/Paint/Wire/Adhesive |
Museum Donation/Transfer Credit Line |
American Junior Aircraft Historical Society Inc. |
Museum ID number |
2003.44.04 |
Tags |
Control Line Control Line equipment Helmet Handle, Control Line |