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Lot #7414
Apollo Command Module 'Flight Data File' Container

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Description

Flight Data File (FDF) storage container for the Apollo Command Module, 9.5˝ x 12˝ x 3.75˝, composed of an aluminum and stainless steel body, with the container’s top section and swinging front door accessed by unsnapping the front fabric strap; a second fabric strap and two metal hooks are present on the backside. The container features numerous stamped part numbers to the exterior, interior, and straps, all of which are dated to 1968. Examples include: “V36-331092-73, Jan 4, 1968” and “V36-331092-201, ASSEM Mar 1, 1968.” In fine condition, with various scuffs and marks. The FDF container, which was typically found in the right-hand equipment bay of the Apollo Command Module and marked as “R12,” was designed to safely house important files such as flight plans, malfunction procedures, lunar landmark maps, rescue books, and more.

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