NASA Gemini IX-A Titan II GLV
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
Thomas P. Stafford
| Birthday | 09/17/1930 |
|---|---|
| Role | Command Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 12/15/1965 |
| Last Flight | 07/15/1975 |
Thomas Patten Stafford was an American Air Force officer, test pilot, and NASA astronaut.
Gene Cernan
| Birthday | 03/14/1934 |
|---|---|
| Role | Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 06/03/1966 |
| Last Flight | 12/14/1972 |
Eugene Andrew Cernan was an American astronaut, naval aviator, electrical engineer, aeronautical engineer, and fighter pilot. During the Apollo 17 mission, Cernan became the eleventh...
About the Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Gemini 9A was the seventh crewed mission of the NASA's Project Gemini. The mission was commanded by Command Pilot Thomas P. Stafford and Pilot Eugene Cernan. The astronauts rendezvoused with the Augmented Docking Target Adapter, but were unable to dock due to docking target's fairing which failed to deploy. The mission started on June 3, 1966, 13:39:33 UTC and ended on June 6, 1966, 14:00:23 UTC.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 19
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
| Launches | 12 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 11 |
| Total Launches | 1130 |
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
NASA Titan II GLV Rocket
The Titan II GLV (Gemini Launch Vehicle) or Gemini-Titan II was an American expendable launch system derived from the Titan II missile, which was used to launch twelve Gemini missions for NASA between 1964 and 1966. Two unmanned launches followed by ten manned ones were conducted from Launch Complex 19 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, starting with Gemini 1 on April 8, 1964.
| Length | 33.2 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.1 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 154.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 1,913.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 3,850 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 4/8/1964 |
Mission Spacecraft
Gemini SC9
Gemini SC9 (9) was the spacecraft used for this mission. It is a NASA Capsule designed for Human transportation to low Earth orbit. and traveled to Low Earth Orbit.
Gemini SC9 is the Gemini capsule used for the Gemini 9 mission launched on June 3, 1966 and crewed by astronauts James A. Lovell, Jr. (command pilot) and Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr. (pilot). The spacecraft was 18 feet 5 inches (5.61 m) long and 10 feet (3.0 m) wide, with a launch weight varying from 7,100 to 8,350 pounds (3,220 to 3,790 kg). Between a few hours and multiple days (14 day is the maximum achieved).
| Type | Capsule |
|---|---|
| Agency | NASA |
| Serial Number | 9 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Maiden Flight | 4/8/1964 |
| Mission End | 6/6/1966 |
| Flights | 1 |
| Crew Capacity | 2 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 5.6 m |
| Diameter | 3.0 m |
About NASA
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is an independent agency of the executive branch of the United States federal government responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and aerospace research. NASA have many launch facilities but most are inactive. The most commonly used pad will be LC-39B at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
| Total Launches | 142 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 122 |
| Failed | 20 |
| Pending | 5 |
| Consecutive Success | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the NASA Titan II Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) launch scheduled?
The NASA Titan II Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the NASA Titan II Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) launch video?
You can watch the NASA Titan II launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the NASA Titan II Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) mission launch from?
The NASA Titan II rocket launched from Launch Complex 19 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
What rocket was used for the Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) mission?
The Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) mission launched aboard a NASA Titan II rocket. The Titan II GLV (Gemini Launch Vehicle) or Gemini-Titan II was an American expendable launch system derived from the Titan II missile, which was used to launch twelve Gemini missions for NASA between 1964 and 1966. Two unmanned launches followed by ten manned ones were conducted from Launch Complex 19 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, starting with Gemini 1 on April 8, 1964. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the NASA Titan II Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) launch?
The NASA Titan II Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the NASA Titan II Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest NASA Titan II launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Gemini IX-A (Gemini 9A) mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official NASA live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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