posted 12-13-2014 03:12 PM
There were two different sizes of Apollo command module righting or floatation bags (balloons), does anyone know the diameter of them?
SpaceAholic Member
Posts: 4437 From: Sierra Vista, Arizona Registered: Nov 1999
posted 12-13-2014 03:28 PM
Two 43 and one 34 inch bags.
kosmo Member
Posts: 388 From: Registered: Sep 2001
posted 12-13-2014 04:14 PM
Do you know the diameter of the flotation collar used during recovery?
Skythings Member
Posts: 243 From: Registered: Jun 2014
posted 12-13-2014 05:45 PM
Here are some images of the actual recovered flotation devices used on Apollo 11. You should be able to get an idea of the measurements from the images.
mikej Member
Posts: 481 From: Germantown, WI USA Registered: Jan 2004
posted 12-14-2014 06:34 PM
I've got photos of the Apollo 11 floatation collar and uprighting bags on my Website as well.
kosmo Member
Posts: 388 From: Registered: Sep 2001
posted 12-15-2014 04:20 AM
Thanks everyone for all the info. I decided the 1/32 scale Apollo CM I just finished needed floatation bags and collar.
moorouge Member
Posts: 2454 From: U.K. Registered: Jul 2009
posted 12-18-2014 10:30 AM
You will find details of markings and attachment fittings here.
garymilgrom Member
Posts: 1966 From: Atlanta, GA Registered: Feb 2007
posted 12-18-2014 03:06 PM
Make sure to post the finished diorama - sounds great!