SCHIRRA: And there no experience with the helmet either on that one.

CAPCOM: That one we’ve got a lot of experience with, yes.

SCHIRRA: If we had an open visor, I might go along with that.

CAPCOM: Okay. I guess you better be prepared to discuss in some detail when we land why we haven’t got them on. I think you’re too late now to do much about it.

SCHIRRA: That’s affirmative. I don’t think anybody down there has worn the helmets as much as we have.

CAPCOM: Yes.

SCHIRRA: We tried them on this morning.

CAPCOM: Understand that. The only thing we’re concerned about is the landing. We couldn’t care less about the reentry. But it’s your neck, and I hope you don’t break it.

SCHIRRA: Thanks, babe.

CAPCOM: Over and out