Status
Success
KH-5 11 & Starflash 1A (Corona 80)
Launch Time
Sat Jun 13, 1964 15:47 UTC
Sat Jun 13, 1964 15:47 UTC
Rocket
Mission Details
KH-5 11 & Starflash 1A (Corona 80)
The KH-5, also known as Keyhole 5 or codenamed Argon, served as the area survey component within the Corona program. Equipped with the Argon camera, also referred to as Corona-A, this single-frame camera was integrated with standard Corona hardware, including the return vehicle (SRV). Operating with a ground resolution of approximately 140 meters, the KH-5 relied on the Agena-B stage for three-axis control and propulsion throughout its mission. Upon completion, the SRV was deorbited using its own small solid rocket motor.
Location
SLC-2W, Vandenberg SFB, California, USA
Stats
1964
37th orbital launch attempt
Thor-Agena
91st mission
9th mission of 1964
70th successful mission
3rd consecutive successful mission