Retrieval floatation support device designed to recover a Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster (SRB). The large bright orange float approximately measures 43 x 23.5 x 14.5, features a cluster of ten straps cinched together to form a small loop, numerous reflective pads to each side and bottom, with part numbers stamped to a left panel: "PN 955-501, S/N 50837, Date of Mfg. Dec. 1987, Pioneer Parachute Co., Inc." In very good condition, with expected wear from use. From the collection of aerospace memorabilia specialist Ken Havekotte.
