Gemini 1

Launch Success

Liftoff Time (GMT)

16:00:01

Wednesday April 8, 1964

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Mission Details

Launch Notes

The first test flight of Gemini; spacecraft was intentionally destroyed during re-entry.

Gemini 1

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Gemini 1 was the first unmanned test flight of the Gemini spacecraft in NASA's Gemini program. Its main objectives were to test the structural integrity of the new spacecraft and modified Titan II launch vehicle. It was also the first test of the new tracking and communication systems for the Gemini program and provided training for the ground support crews for the first manned missions.

Low Earth Orbit

1 Payload

3,187 kilograms

Rocket

Retired
Titan II GLV

Active 1964 to 1966

National Aeronautics and Space Administration logo

Agency

NASA

Rocket

Height: 33.2m

Payload to Orbit

LEO: 3,580 kg

Liftoff Thrust

1,913 Kilonewtons

Stages

2

Launch Site

LC-19

Cape Canaveral SFS, Florida, USA

Fastest Turnaround

10 days 18 hours

Stats

Titan II


1st

Mission

1st

Mission of 1964

1964


22nd

Orbital launch attempt