UNITED STATES AIR FORCE

Titan II GLV | Gemini I

SUCCESSApr 8, 1964 at 16:00 UTCTitan II →
PADLaunch Complex 19
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →
ORBITLow Earth Orbit
TYPETest Flight
PROGRAMGemini

Gemini 1 was the first mission in NASA’s Gemini program. An uncrewed test flight of the Gemini spacecraft, its main objectives were to test the structural integrity of the new spacecraft and modified Titan II launch vehicle. It was also the first test of the new tracking and communication systems for the Gemini program and provided training for the ground support crews for the first crewed missions.

VEHICLE
Titan II
MISSION
Gemini I
MISSION TYPE
Test Flight
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
PROGRAM
Gemini
COUNTRY
USA
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Minute
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 728f62eb-7d51-4c30-b522-f583f33491fc
Reported date: Apr 8, 1964 at 16:00 UTC
Last synced: 6 hours ago
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1SERIAL
1FLIGHTS
Low Earth OrbitDESTINATION
Single UseSTATUS

Gemini SC1 is the Gemini capsule used for the Gemini 1 mission launched on April 8, 1964.

MANUFACTURER
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
VARIANT
GLV
FLIGHTS
12
SUCCESSES
12
SUCCESS RATE
100%

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.

When is the Titan II GLV | Gemini I launch?
The Titan II GLV | Gemini I is scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, 1964 at 4:00 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 Gemini I?
The Titan II GLV | Gemini I mission uses the Titan II rocket, manufactured by National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The Titan II has flown 12 times with a 100% success rate.
Where is the Titan II GLV | Gemini I launching from?
The launch takes place from Launch Complex 19 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Gemini I going to?
The Gemini I mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Gemini I?
The Titan II GLV | Gemini I is operated by United States Air Force. It is part of the Gemini program.
Can I watch the Titan II GLV | Gemini I 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.
Mar 28, 2026 20:13 UTC
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Mar 28, 2026 20:13 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 8, 1964 at 16:00 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by United States Air Force
Mar 28, 2026 20:13 UTC
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