PADSpace Launch Complex 1E
SITEVandenberg SFB, CA, USA →ORBITLow Earth Orbit
TYPEGovernment/Top Secret
MISSION OVERVIEW
The KH-4A (Keyhole-4A) was the fifth optical reconnaissance satellite version in the Corona-program.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Thorad SLV-2G Agena DAGENCY
United States Air ForceMISSION
KH-4A 41
MISSION TYPE
Government/Top Secret
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 1ELAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 7759b7f3-a027-4bd2-937e-53b7ff1b1a91
Reported date: May 9, 1967 at 21:50 UTC
Last synced: 5 minutes ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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VEHICLE — Thorad SLV-2G Agena D →
MANUFACTURER
McDonnell Douglas
VARIANT
SLV-2G Agena D
FLIGHTS
30
SUCCESSES
29
SUCCESS RATE
96.7%
Thor-Agena was a series of orbital launch vehicles. The rockets used Thor first stages and Agena second stages. They are thus cousins of the more-famous Thor-Deltas, which founded the Delta rocket family.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | KH-4A 41 launch?
The Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | KH-4A 41 is scheduled for Tuesday, May 9, 1967 at 9:50 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-4A 41?
The Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | KH-4A 41 mission uses the Thorad SLV-2G Agena D rocket, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas. The Thorad SLV-2G Agena D has flown 30 times with a 96.7% success rate.
Where is the Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | KH-4A 41 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 1E at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is KH-4A 41 going to?
The KH-4A 41 mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching KH-4A 41?
The Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | KH-4A 41 is operated by United States Air Force.
Can I watch the Thorad SLV-2G Agena D | KH-4A 41 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: May 9, 1967 at 21:50 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: 5 minutes ago
●Launch Library 25 minutes ago
Launch ID: 7759b7f3-a027-4bd2-937e-53b7ff1b1a91
●Open-Meteo Weather15 hours ago
Pad weather at 34.76, -120.63
