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NASA Gemini V Titan II GLV

Launch Status
Success

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Meet the Astronaut Crew

NASA Astronaut Gordon Cooper, Gemini V (Gemini 5) Command Pilot

Gordon Cooper

Astronaut details for Gordon Cooper
Birthday03/06/1927
RoleCommand Pilot
NationalityUnited States of America
First Flight05/15/1963
Last Flight08/21/1965

Leroy Gordon "Gordo" Cooper Jr. was an American aerospace engineer, test pilot, United States Air Force pilot, and the youngest of the seven original astronauts...

NASA Astronaut Pete Conrad, Gemini V (Gemini 5) Pilot

Pete Conrad

Astronaut details for Pete Conrad
Birthday06/02/1930
RolePilot
NationalityUnited States of America
First Flight08/21/1965
Last Flight05/25/1973

Charles "Pete" Conrad Jr. was an American NASA astronaut, aeronautical engineer, naval officer and aviator, test pilot, and during the Apollo 12 mission became the...

About the Gemini V (Gemini 5) Mission

Mission details for Gemini V (Gemini 5)
TypeHuman Exploration
OrbitLow Earth Orbit

Gemini 5 was the third crewed mission of the NASA's Project Gemini. The mission was commanded by Command Pilot L. Gordon Cooper, Jr. and Pilot Charles "Pete" Conrad, Jr. The mission began on August 21, 1965, 13:59:59 UTC and ended on August 29, 1965, 12:55:13 UTC.

Launch Pad & Location

Launch Complex 19

Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA

Launch statistics for Launch Complex 19 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
Launches12
Orbital Launch Attempts11
Total Launches1130

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.

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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.

Rocket specifications for NASA Titan II GLV
Length33.2 m
Diameter3.1 m
Stages2
Launch Mass154.0 T
Takeoff Thrust1,913.0 kN
LEO Capacity3,850 kg
Maiden Flight4/8/1964

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Mission Spacecraft

Gemini SC5

Gemini SC5 (5) 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 SC5 is the Gemini capsule used for the Gemini 5 mission launched on August 21, 1965 and crewed by astronauts L. Gordon Cooper, Jr. (command pilot) and Charles "Pete" Conrad, 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).

Spacecraft details for Gemini SC5
TypeCapsule
AgencyNASA
Serial Number5
StatusSingle Use
DestinationLow Earth Orbit
Maiden Flight4/8/1964
Mission End8/29/1965
Flights1
Crew Capacity2
Human RatedYes
Height5.6 m
Diameter3.0 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.

Launch statistics for NASA
Total Launches142
Successful122
Failed20
Pending5
Consecutive Success12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was the NASA Titan II Gemini V (Gemini 5) launch scheduled?

The NASA Titan II Gemini V (Gemini 5) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the NASA Titan II Gemini V (Gemini 5) 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 V (Gemini 5) 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 V (Gemini 5) mission?

The Gemini V (Gemini 5) 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 V (Gemini 5) launch?

The NASA Titan II Gemini V (Gemini 5) 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 V (Gemini 5) 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 V (Gemini 5) 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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