PADSpace Launch Complex 4E
SITEVandenberg SFB, CA, USA →ORBITSun-Synchronous Orbit
TYPEGovernment/Top Secret
MISSION OVERVIEW
The Program 206 satellite, carrying the KH-7 (Keyhole 7) camera system (codenamed Gambit-1), was the first successful high resolution space reconnaissance program. It was managed by NRO’s Program A, the USAF-led segment of the National Reconnaissance Program managed from Los Angeles AFB in El Segundo, California.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Atlas SLV-3 Agena DAGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
KH-7 35
MISSION TYPE
Government/Top Secret
TARGET ORBIT
Sun-Synchronous Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 4ELAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 84ec5a6f-8228-4ebe-877e-4fd20be5ecec
Reported date: Dec 5, 1966 at 21:09 UTC
Last synced: 1 hour ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Atlas SLV-3 Agena D →
MANUFACTURER
Convair
VARIANT
SLV-3 Agena D
FLIGHTS
48
SUCCESSES
44
SUCCESS RATE
91.7%
The Atlas-Agena was an American expendable launch system derived from the SM-65 Atlas missile. It was a member of the Atlas family of rockets, and was launched 109 times between 1960 and 1978.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Atlas SLV-3 Agena D | KH-7 35 launch?
The Atlas SLV-3 Agena D | KH-7 35 is scheduled for Monday, December 5, 1966 at 9:09 PM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for KH-7 35?
The Atlas SLV-3 Agena D | KH-7 35 mission uses the Atlas SLV-3 Agena D rocket, manufactured by Convair. The Atlas SLV-3 Agena D has flown 48 times with a 91.7% success rate.
Where is the Atlas SLV-3 Agena D | KH-7 35 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is KH-7 35 going to?
The KH-7 35 mission is targeting Sun-Synchronous Orbit.
Who is launching KH-7 35?
The Atlas SLV-3 Agena D | KH-7 35 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Atlas SLV-3 Agena D | KH-7 35 launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Mar 28, 2026 20:52 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 28, 2026 20:52 UTC
Launch date set: Dec 5, 1966 at 21:09 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 28, 2026 20:52 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 1 hour ago
●Launch Library 21 hour ago
Launch ID: 84ec5a6f-8228-4ebe-877e-4fd20be5ecec
●Open-Meteo Weather1 hour ago
Pad weather at 34.63, -120.61
