Blue Space Shuttle lumbar pad, measuring approximately 13″ x 10″ x 1″, with an ILC Space Systems tag on the front: "Item: Lumbar Pad, Part No. 10122-20002-01, Serial No. N/A, Size N/A, Code ID 74897, MFG 3/85, Contract No. NAS9-16589." Astronauts had the option of using a lumbar pad for support during launch; the red bulb, attached by a cloth-wrapped hose, is used to inflate the inner bladder to add comfort. This style of lumbar pad was flown with the pre-Challenger blue launch/entry space suits. In fine condition. The consignor notes that this Class I flight item was purchased as NASA surplus.
