Status
Success
KH-5 12 & Starflash 1B (Corona 84)
Launch Time
Fri Aug 21, 1964 15:45 UTC
Fri Aug 21, 1964 15:45 UTC
Rocket
Mission Details
KH-5 12 & Starflash 1B (Corona 84)
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
57th orbital launch attempt
Thor-Agena
97th mission
15th mission of 1964
76th successful mission
9th consecutive successful mission