Lot #5178

Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins Signed Apollo 11 Flight Plan

Description

NASA flight plan for the first manned lunar landing, signed four times by the LMP and CMP

Superb official Apollo 11 flight plan entitled "Final Apollo 11 Flight Plan, AS-506/CSM-107/LM-5, July 1, 1969," 8 x 10.5, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins; also signed inside in blue ballpoint by both astronauts: Buzz Aldrin signs page 3-69, depicting the touchdown of the LM on the lunar surface, and Michael Collins signs page 3-94, showing the safe re-docking of the CSM and LM. The manual is composed of six sections: general summaries and schedules, update forms, detailed timeline, detailed test objectives, consumables analysis, and flight plan summary; all pages are contained within a black three-ring binder featuring an Apollo 11 insignia sticker on the front. In fine condition. Signed within by two Apollo 11 astronauts to signify momentous occasions in the history of manned spaceflight, this is a truly remarkable example of an Apollo 11 Final Flight Plan.

Auction Info

• Auction Title: Space & Aviation
• Dates: #550 - Ended April 18, 2019