NASA Gemini VII Titan II GLV
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
Frank Borman
| Birthday | 03/14/1928 |
|---|---|
| Role | Command Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 12/04/1965 |
| Last Flight | 12/21/1968 |
Frank Frederick Borman II was a United States Air Force pilot, aeronautical engineer, test pilot, and NASA astronaut, best remembered as the Commander of Apollo...
Jim Lovell
| Birthday | 03/25/1928 |
|---|---|
| Role | Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 12/04/1965 |
| Last Flight | 04/11/1970 |
James Arthur Lovell Jr. is a former NASA astronaut, Naval Aviator, and retired Navy captain. Lovell is known for being the commander of the ill-fated...
About the Gemini VII (Gemini 7) Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Gemini 7 was the fourth crewed mission of the NASA's Project Gemini. The mission was commanded by Command Pilor Frank F. Borman, II and Pilot James A. Lovell, Jr. The crew spent nearly 14 days in space, and their spacecraft was the passive target for the first crewed space rendezvous performed by Gemini 6A. The mission began on December 4, 1965, 19:30:03 UTC and ended on December 18, 1965, 14:05:04 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 SC7
Gemini SC7 (7) 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 SC7 is the Gemini capsule used for the Gemini 7 mission launched on December 4, 1965 and crewed by astronauts Frank Borman (command pilot) and Jim Lovell (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 | 7 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Maiden Flight | 4/8/1964 |
| Mission End | 12/18/1965 |
| 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 VII (Gemini 7) launch scheduled?
The NASA Titan II Gemini VII (Gemini 7) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the NASA Titan II Gemini VII (Gemini 7) 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 VII (Gemini 7) 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 VII (Gemini 7) mission?
The Gemini VII (Gemini 7) 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 VII (Gemini 7) launch?
The NASA Titan II Gemini VII (Gemini 7) 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 VII (Gemini 7) 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 VII (Gemini 7) 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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