NASA Gemini VI-A Titan II GLV
Meet the Astronaut Crew
Wally Schirra
| Birthday | 03/12/1923 |
|---|---|
| Role | Command Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 10/03/1962 |
| Last Flight | 10/11/1968 |
Walter Marty Schirra Jr. was an American naval aviator and NASA astronaut. In 1959, he became one of the original seven astronauts chosen for Project...
Thomas P. Stafford
| Birthday | 09/17/1930 |
|---|---|
| Role | 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.
About the Gemini VI-A (Gemini 6A) Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Gemini 6A was the fifth crewed mission of NASA's Project Gemini. The mission was commanded by Command Pilot Walter M. Schirra, Jr. and Pilot Thomas P. Stafford. The mission achieved the first crewed rendezvous with the Gemini 7 spacecraft. The mission began on December 15, 1965, 13:37:26 UTC and ended on December 16, 1965, 15:28:50 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 SC6
Gemini SC6 (6) 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 SC6 is the Gemini capsule used for the Gemini 6 mission launched on December 15, 1965 and crewed by astronauts Walter M. Schirra, Jr. (command pilot) and Thomas P. Stafford (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 | 6 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Maiden Flight | 4/8/1964 |
| Mission End | 12/16/1965 |
| 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 VI-A (Gemini 6A) launch scheduled?
The NASA Titan II Gemini VI-A (Gemini 6A) launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the NASA Titan II Gemini VI-A (Gemini 6A) 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 VI-A (Gemini 6A) mission?
The Gemini VI-A (Gemini 6A) 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 VI-A (Gemini 6A) launch?
The NASA Titan II Gemini VI-A (Gemini 6A) 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 VI-A (Gemini 6A) 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 VI-A (Gemini 6A) 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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