It features a bright orange dial and each limited release carries with it a unique piece of history: a segment of the original Breitling Orbiter 3 balloon that is visible through the watch’s transparent caseback; an exquisite shrine to one of the greatest aviation feats of the 20th century.

On the dial, the Breitling Aerospace B70 Orbiter boasts a bright-orange dial inspired by the Orbiter 3 capsule, whilst the numerals, indices and hands have each been treated with the Super-LumiNova® for heightened legibility, even at the most daring of heights.

Under the hood, the piece is powered by Breitling’s Manufacture Caliber B70, a COSC-certified SuperQuartz™ movement that is ten times more accurate than standard quartz, which boasts an expected battery life of two years – but Breitling have said their watches last a lifetime.

“Since the birth of aviation, Breitling has been there for all those who looked to the sky and dared to dream,” says Breitling CEO Georges Kern.

“As we honour the pioneering spirit of the Orbiter 3 mission, we reaffirm our commitment to being at the forefront of aviation’s future. The skies have no limit, and neither do we.”

The Breitling Aerospace B70 Orbiter is available for just $6,490 AUD, a modest sum for a unique piece of aviation history.