NASA Gemini VIII Titan II GLV
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
Neil Armstrong
| Birthday | 08/05/1930 |
|---|---|
| Role | Command Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 03/16/1966 |
| Last Flight | 07/21/1969 |
Neil Alden Armstrong was an American astronaut and aeronautical engineer who was the first person to walk on the Moon. He was also a naval...
David Scott
| Birthday | 06/06/1932 |
|---|---|
| Role | Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 03/16/1966 |
| Last Flight | 08/02/1971 |
David Randolph Scott is an American engineer, former NASA astronaut, retired U.S. Air Force officer and former test pilot. He belonged to the third group...
About the Gemini VIII (Gemini 8) Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Gemini 8 was the sixth crewed mission of the NASA's Project Gemini. The mission was commanded by Command Pilot Neil A. Armstrong and Pilot David R. Scott. Gemini 8 conducted the first docking of two spacecraft in orbit, but suffered the first critical in-space system failure of a U.S. spacecraft which threatened the lives of the astronauts and required immediate abort of the mission. The mission began on March 16, 1966, 16:41:02 UTC and ended on March 17, 1966, 03:22:28 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 SC8
Gemini SC8 (8) 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 SC8 is the Gemini capsule used for the Gemini 8 mission launched on March 16, 1966 and crewed by astronauts Neil Armstrong (command pilot) and David Scott (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 | 8 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Maiden Flight | 4/8/1964 |
| Mission End | 3/17/1966 |
| 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 VIII (Gemini 8) launch scheduled?
The NASA Titan II Gemini VIII (Gemini 8) launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the NASA Titan II Gemini VIII (Gemini 8) 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 VIII (Gemini 8) 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 VIII (Gemini 8) mission?
The Gemini VIII (Gemini 8) 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 VIII (Gemini 8) launch?
The NASA Titan II Gemini VIII (Gemini 8) 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 VIII (Gemini 8) 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 VIII (Gemini 8) 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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