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1964 October 1 - Launch Site: Ile du Levant. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: CERES. Launch Vehicle: Berenice. LV Configuration: Berenice 009.
  • Re-entry Vehicle test Nation: France. Agency: ONERA. Apogee: 250 km (150 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 1 - Launch Site: Sary Shagan. Launch Complex: LC6. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: A-35. Model: A-350Zh. LV Configuration: A-350Zh 6TYa F5.
  • Test mission Nation: USSR. Agency: PRO. Apogee: 100 km (60 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 1 - Launch Site: Ile du Levant. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: CERES. Launch Vehicle: Berenice. LV Configuration: Berenice 010.
  • Re-entry Vehicle test Nation: France. Agency: ONERA. Apogee: 250 km (150 mi). References: 2.
1964 October -
  • TsUKOS formed to oversee all military space projects. Nation: USSR. Ministry of Defence Decree 'On formation of TsUKOS in the Strategic Missile Forces' was issued. References: 474.
1964 October -
  • Philco-Ford contracted for Initial Defense Communications Satellite Program (IDCSP). Nation: USA. Spacecraft: IDCSP. Philco-Ford Corporation was assigned prime contractor responsibilities to design, develop and assemble both the satellites and the multiple-launch dispensers for the Initial Defense Communications Satellite Program (IDCSP). The IDCSP provided the Pentagon with its first geosynchronous communications system.
1964 October 2 -
  • Voskhod slips again Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Flight: Voskhod 1. The mannequin launch is now set for 6-8 October, and the manned launch to 12-14 October. Kamanin is looking forward to Korolev's return to Baikonur in order to confront him over the crew selection. References: 376.
1964 October 2 - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: 395-C. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Titan. Model: Titan 2. LV Configuration: Titan II B-1.
  • Black Widow Nation: USA. Agency: USAF SAC. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). Demonstration and shakedown operations launch References: 2.
1964 October 2 - 02:35 GMT - Launch Site: White Sands. Launch Complex: LC35. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Aerobee. Model: Aerobee 150. LV Configuration: Aerobee 150 NASA 04.120CG.
  • Lockheed XR Survey X-ray astronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 144 km (89 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 2 - 03:35 GMT - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC90/20. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: UR-200. Model: UR-200.
  • State trials missile test Nation: USSR. Agency: RVSN. Apogee: 681 km (423 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 3 -
  • Voskhod integration problems Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Flight: Voskhod 1. Work on completing the spacecraft is finally on schedule, but then it is found that there is a failure in the Signal device, which provides communications after the separation of the capsule from the equipment section after retrofire. Nevertheless it is decided to continue according to schedule and roll the booster and spacecraft out to the pad the next morning. Korolev has spent the day at Fedosiya, where the Voskhod landing system has finally completed a successful end-to-end test after being dropped from an aircraft at 10 km altitude. References: 376.
1964 October 4 - 03:45 GMT - Launch Site: Cape Canaveral. Launch Complex: LC17A. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Delta. Model: Thor Delta C. LV Configuration: Thor Delta C 392/D26.
  • Explorer 21 Nation: USA. Program: Explorer. Payload: IMP B. Mass: 62 kg (136 lb). Class: Earth. Type: Magnetosphere. Spacecraft: IMP. Agency: NASA GSF. Perigee: 191 km (118 mi). Apogee: 95,590 km (59,390 mi). Inclination: 33.50 deg. Period: 2,097.00 min. COSPAR: 1964-060A. USAF Sat Cat: 889. Decay Date: 1965-12-31. Lower than planned orbit. Spacecraft engaged in research and exploration of the upper atmosphere or outer space (US Cat B). References: 2, 6.
1964 October 4 - 06:00 GMT - Launch Site: Green River. Launch Complex: Pad 2. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Athena RTV. LV Configuration: Athena D001. FAILURE: Failure.
  • USAF D001 re-entry vehicle test flight Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 0 km ( mi). References: 2.
1964 October 5 - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Bacchus. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C62.
  • CNET B test Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 5 - 21:50 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: SLC1W. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Delta. Model: Thor SLV-2A Agena D. LV Configuration: Thor SLV-2A Agena D 421 / Agena D SS-01A 1170.
  • KH-4A 1011 Nation: USA. Payload: KH-4A s/n 1011 / Agena D 1170. Mass: 1,500 kg (3,300 lb). Class: Surveillance. Type: Military. Spacecraft: KH-4A. Agency: NRO/CIA. Perigee: 182 km (113 mi). Apogee: 440 km (270 mi). Inclination: 80.00 deg. Period: 90.80 min. COSPAR: 1964-061A. USAF Sat Cat: 890. Decay Date: 1964-10-26. KH-4A. Primary mode of recovery failed on second portion of the mission (1011-2). Small out of focus areas present at random on both cameras. References: 2, 6.
1964 October 6 - Launch Vehicle: Titan. Model: Titan 2.
  • The Prespacecraft Mate Combined Systems Test (CST) of Gemini launch vehicle 2 was completed at complex 19. Nation: USA. This test, similar to CST performed at the Martin plant, comprised an abbreviated countdown and simulation of flight events, with a simulator representing electrical characteristics of the spacecraft; its purpose was to establish confidence in the launch vehicle. Electrical Electronic Interference Tests were completed October 12. Hurricane Isbell threatened the area on October 14-15, but its path was far enough south of the Cape to make deerection unnecessary, though testing was curtailed.
1964 October 6 - 07:12 GMT - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC1. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Soyuz. Model: Voskhod 11A57. LV Configuration: Voskhod 11A57 R15000-02.
  • Cosmos 47 Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Payload: Voskhod 3KV s/n 2. Mass: 5,320 kg (11,720 lb). Class: Manned. Type: Spacecraft. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Agency: NII-88. Perigee: 174 km (108 mi). Apogee: 383 km (237 mi). Inclination: 64.60 deg. Period: 90.10 min. COSPAR: 1964-062A. USAF Sat Cat: 891. Duration: 1.01 days. Decay Date: 1964-10-07. Flight: Voskhod 1. Unmanned test of Voskhod spacecraft. At 07:00 the State Commission meets at Area 2. All Chief Designers, Commanders, and Section report that all is ready for flight. The commission gives the order to proceed with the launch. Weather at the pad is 7 balls, 8-10 m/s wind with gusts to 15 m/s, temperature 9 to 12 deg C. Weather in the recovery zones is reported as winds up to 15 m/s. Weather in the recovery zone is not clear, but that is not considered an impediment, and in fact Kamanin would like to see how the landing system functions in bad conditions. Kamanin visits the pad at T-30 seconds; at T-20 seconds, the veranda at IP-1 has over 50 viewers of the launch, including 15 cosmonaut candidates and the 7 Voskhod cosmonauts. Kamanin is relegated to the IP-1 veranda this time, with Rudenko, Kirillov, and Tyulin the bunker adjacent to the pad. Korolev stays with the booster until T-5 minutes, then enters the bunker. The booster ignites precisely at 10:00; the strap-ons burn out and are jettisoned at T+120 seconds; the core burns out and the final stage ignites at T+290 seconds; and at T+523 seconds spacecraft 3KV number 2 is placed in orbit as the final stage shuts down. The spacecraft separates and all systems look normal.

    Recovered October 7, 1964 7:28 GMT. Officially: Investigation of the upper atmosphere and outer space. References: 2, 6, 376.

1964 October 6 - 17:04 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: SLC2W. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Delta. Model: Thor Ablestar. LV Configuration: Thor Ablestar-2 423 AB016.
  • Transit O-1 Nation: USA. Program: Transit. Payload: NNS 30010 / Ablestar 016. Mass: 60 kg (132 lb). Class: Navigation. Spacecraft: Transit. Agency: USN. Perigee: 1,046 km (649 mi). Apogee: 1,077 km (669 mi). Inclination: 90.20 deg. Period: 106.40 min. COSPAR: 1964-063B. USAF Sat Cat: 897. Naval Avionics Facility-assembled production spacecraft. Failed after a few days operation. References: 2, 6.
  • Calsphere 1 Nation: USA. Payload: Dragsphere 1. Mass: 1.00 kg (2.20 lb). Class: Calibration. Spacecraft: Calsphere. Agency: USN. Perigee: 997 km (619 mi). Apogee: 1,034 km (642 mi). Inclination: 90.10 deg. Period: 105.50 min. COSPAR: 1964-063C. USAF Sat Cat: 900. Space craft engaged in investigation of spaceflight techniques and technology (US Cat A). References: 2, 6.
  • Calsphere 2 Nation: USA. Payload: Dragsphere 2. Mass: 10 kg (22 lb). Class: Calibration. Spacecraft: Calsphere. Agency: USN. Perigee: 1,049 km (651 mi). Apogee: 1,078 km (669 mi). Inclination: 90.20 deg. Period: 106.50 min. COSPAR: 1964-063E. USAF Sat Cat: 902. Space craft engaged in investigation of spaceflight techniques and technology (US Cat A). References: 2, 6.
1964 October 6 - 20:20 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Black Brant. Model: Black Brant 2B. LV Configuration: Black Brant IIB CC-2B-49.
  • Test mission Nation: Canada. Agency: CARDE. Apogee: 211 km (131 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 7 - Launch Vehicle: Titan. Model: Titan 2.
  • The vehicle acceptance team for Gemini launch vehicle (GLV) 3 met for the second time to review test and manufacturing data at Martin-Baltimore. Nation: USA. Flight: Gemini 3. The meeting concluded on October 9 with the vehicle found acceptable and Martin was authorized to remove it from the vertical test cell. After final checks, weighing, and balancing, GLV-3 passed roll-out inspection on October 27 and was turned over to the Air Force. Air Force Space Systems Division formally accepted GLV-3, following a review of launch vehicle status and correction of discrepancy items.
1964 October 7 - Launch Vehicle: Soyuz. Model: Voskhod 11A57.
  • Cosmos 47 returns to earth. Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Flight: Voskhod 1. At 7 am the Cosmos 47 landing commission convenes. Kamanin has had only three hours sleep. The spacecraft is to conduct retrofire on its 17th orbit of the earth and land in Kustan, where winds are 15-17 m/s. The capsule made a good landing, with the parachute-rocket soft landing system working perfectly - the spacecraft had zero velocity on impact with the ground. The spacecraft penetrated 90 mm into the ground. The strong winds caught the parachute after landing and dragged it 160 m, but if a crew had been aboard they could have quickly commanded separation of the parachute. All systems of the booster and spacecraft worked perfectly, except that the third stage engines' thrust fell by 10% for three seconds, but the engine controller detected the shortfall and made up the velocity. References: 376.
1964 October 7 - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Bacchus. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C63.
  • CNET B test Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 7 - 18:35 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Black Brant. Model: Black Brant 2B. LV Configuration: Black Brant IIB CC-2B-61.
  • Test mission Nation: Canada. Agency: CARDE. Apogee: 213 km (132 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 7 - 23:04 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.195CA.
  • Luminescent clouds Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 172 km (106 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 8 - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: SLC4E. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Atlas. Model: SLV-3 Agena D. LV Configuration: SLV-3 Agena D 7103. FAILURE: Failure.
  • KH-7 12 Nation: USA. Payload: KH-7 no. 12. Mass: 2,000 kg (4,400 lb). Class: Surveillance. Type: Military. Spacecraft: KH-7. Agency: U.S. Air Force. COSPAR: F641008A. Decay Date: 1964-10-08. KH-7 type satellite. References: 126, 278.
  • SRV Nation: USA. Spacecraft: KH-7. Agency: USAF AFSC. COSPAR: F641008B. References: 279.
1964 October 8-15 -
  • Block I Apollo CM's heat rejection capability inadequate Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. Analysis by MSC of the performance of the environmental control system radiators for Block I CM's placed their heat rejection capability at 4,000 Btus per hr, far below the anticipated mission load of 7,220. Additional Details: Block I Apollo CM's heat rejection capability inadequate. References: 16.
1964 October 8 - 05:32 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Javelin. LV Configuration: Javelin NASA 8.03CA/CI.
  • Ion composition Ionosphere / aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 1,004 km (623 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 8 - 10:23 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.194CA.
  • Luminescent clouds Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 160 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 8 - 10:34 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.159GE.
  • B Field 5 Magnetosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 141 km (87 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 9 -
  • Weight reduction program for the Apollo LEM Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo LM. NASA and Grumman representatives discussed a weight reduction program for the LEM. Changes approved at the M-5 mockup review portended an increase in LEM separation weight of from 68 to 453 kg (150 to 1,000 lbs). Both parties agreed to evaluate the alternatives of either resizing the spacecraft or finding ways to lighten it about nine percent, thus keeping the improved LEM within the present control weight. References: 16.
1964 October 9-17 -
  • First major tests of the NASA worldwide tracking network were conducted in preparation for manned orbital flights in the Gemini program. Nation: USA. Program: Gemini. Spacecraft: Gemini. Simulated flight missions were carried out over nine days and invloved Goddard Space Flight Center, Mission Control Center at the Cape, and eight remote sites in the worldwide network to test tracking and communications equipment, as well as flight control procedures and equipment. This completed the updating of the Manned Space Flight Tracking Network to support the Gemini flights. Converting the Mercury network for Gemini had taken two years and cost $50 million.
1964 October 9 - 04:04 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: LA3A. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Scout. Model: Scout X-3C. LV Configuration: Scout X-3C S130R.
  • RFD-2 re-entry vehicle test flight Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 132 km (82 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 10 -
  • Voskhod-1 State Commission Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Flight: Voskhod 1. Kosberg testifies that the problem that led to the engine explosion on the test stand was due to the stand itself and would not occur with a flight engine. Korolev agrees, and recommends launch based on the successful flight record of the engine, the successful Cosmos 47 test mission, and the completion of two successful end-to-end drop tests of the soft landing system. The commission sets launch for 12 October at 10:30 Moscow time. References: 376.
1964 October 10 - 02:00 GMT - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC67/22. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Tsiklon. Model: R-36 8K67.
  • Kura state trials missile launch Nation: USSR. Agency: RVSN. Apogee: 865 km (537 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 10 - 03:00 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: SLC5. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Scout. Model: Scout X-4. LV Configuration: Scout X-4 S123R.
  • Explorer 22 Nation: USA. Program: Explorer. Payload: Beacon Explorer B. Mass: 52 kg (114 lb). Class: Earth. Type: Ionosphere. Spacecraft: Beacon. Agency: NASA GSF. Perigee: 872 km (541 mi). Apogee: 1,053 km (654 mi). Inclination: 79.70 deg. Period: 104.30 min. COSPAR: 1964-064A. USAF Sat Cat: 899. Ionospheric and geodetic data. Spacecraft engaged in research and exploration of the upper atmosphere or outer space. References: 2, 6.
1964 October 11 - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC41/4. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: R-16. Model: R-16U.
  • State trials missile test Nation: USSR. Agency: RVSN. Apogee: 1,210 km (750 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 11 - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC41/4. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: R-16. Model: R-16U.
  • State trials missile test Nation: USSR. Agency: RVSN. Apogee: 1,210 km (750 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 12 - Launch Vehicle: Proton. Model: Proton 8K82K.
  • Almaz project starts Nation: USSR. Spacecraft: Almaz APOS, Soyuz R. The day before the overthrow of his patron, Chelomei obtained permission to begin development of a larger military space station, the Almaz. This 20 tonne station would take three cosmonauts to orbit in a single launch of his UR-500K Proton rocket. Therefore there were now two competing projects for the same mission - Almaz and Soyuz-R. First flight of the Almaz, with a one year operational period, was set for 1968.
1964 October 12 - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Bacchus. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Diamant. Model: Rubis. LV Configuration: Rubis R3. FAILURE: Failure.
  • A-1 capsule test Nation: France. Agency: ONERA. Apogee: 60 km (37 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 12 - 07:30 GMT - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC1. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Soyuz. Model: Voskhod 11A57. LV Configuration: Voskhod 11A57 R15000-04.
  • Voskhod 1 Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Payload: Voskhod 3KV s/n 3. Mass: 5,320 kg (11,720 lb). Class: Manned. Type: Spacecraft. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Location of Spacecraft: RKK Energia Museum, Korolev, Russia. Agency: NII-88. Perigee: 178 km (110 mi). Apogee: 336 km (208 mi). Inclination: 64.70 deg. Period: 89.60 min. COSPAR: 1964-065A. USAF Sat Cat: 904. Duration: 1.01 days. Decay Date: 1964-10-13. Crew: Feoktistov, Komarov, Yegorov. Flight: Voskhod 1. The U.S.S.R. launched the world's first multi-manned spacecraft, Voskhod I, the first to carry a scientist and a physician into space. The crew were Col. Vladimir Komarov, pilot; Konstantin Feoktistov, scientist; and Boris Yegorov, physician. Potentially dangerous modification of Vostok to upstage American Gemini flights; no spacesuits, ejection seats, or escape tower. One concession was backup solid retrorocket package mounted on nose of spacecraft. Seats mounted perpendicular to Vostok ejection seat position, so crew had to crane their necks to read instruments, still mounted in their original orientation. Tested the new multi-seat space ship; investigated the in-flight work potential and co-operation of a group of cosmonauts consisting of specialists in different branches of science and technology; conducted scientific physico-technical and medico-biological research. The mission featured television pictures of the crew from space.

    Coming before the two-man Gemini flights, Voskhod 1 had a significant worldwide impact. In the United States, the "space race" was again running under the green flag. NASA Administrator James E. Webb, commenting on the spectacular, called it a "significant space accomplishment." It was, he said, "a clear indication that the Russians are continuing a large space program for the achievement of national power and prestige." Additional Details: Voskhod 1. References: 2, 6, 16, 32, 33, 60, 360.

1964 October 13 - Launch Vehicle: Proton, UR-200.
  • Khrushchev ousted from power. Nation: USSR. Spacecraft: Kosmoplan, OGCh, IS-A, US-P, US-A, LK-1. Brezhnev faction assumes control of Politubro. Brezhnev was adverse to all projects Khrushchev had supported. These included those of Chelomei and his OKB-52.
1964 October 13 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A3. LV Configuration: Polaris A3P-17.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 13 -
  • Landing of Voskhod 1 Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Flight: Voskhod 1. The world's first recovery of an orbital spacecraft with its crew aboard on land was made possible by rocket package suspended above capsule in parachute lines, which ignited just prior to impact in order to cushion landing. The trio landed after 16 orbits of the earth, 24 hours and 17 min after they had left, on October 13, 1964 07:47 GMT. Additional Details: Landing of Voskhod 1. References: 376.
1964 October 14 -
  • Qualification testing of the reentry batteries for the Apollo CM Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. Eagle-Picher Company completed qualification testing on the 25-amperehour reentry batteries for the CM. Shortly thereafter, Eagle-Picher received authorization from North American to proceed with design and development of the larger 40-ampere-hour batteries needed for the later Block I and all Block II spacecraft. References: 16.
1964 October 14 -
  • First Apollo guidance system shipped Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. In a letter to NASA Administrator James E. Webb, AC Spark Plug reported that the first Apollo guidance system completed acceptance testing and was shipped at 11:30 p.m. and arrived at Downey, California, early the following day. AC reported that in more than 2,000 hours of operation they had found the system to be "remarkably reliable, accurate and simple to operate." References: 16.
1964 October 14 - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Aerobee. Model: Aerobee 150A. LV Configuration: Aerobee 150A HITAB.
  • BIRA-2 Infrared background mission Nation: USA. Agency: NOTS. Apogee: 200 km (120 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 14 - 09:36 GMT - Launch Site: Woomera. Launch Complex: LA2. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: HAD. LV Configuration: HAD 146.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: Australia. Agency: WRE. Apogee: 102 km (63 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 14 - 09:50 GMT - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC31. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Soyuz. Model: Vostok 8A92. LV Configuration: Vostok 8A92 R15002-01.
  • Cosmos 48 Nation: USSR. Payload: Zenit-2 11F61 s/n 24. Mass: 4,720 kg (10,400 lb). Class: Surveillance. Type: Military. Spacecraft: Zenit-2. Agency: NII-88. Perigee: 204 km (126 mi). Apogee: 284 km (176 mi). Inclination: 65.10 deg. Period: 89.30 min. COSPAR: 1964-066A. USAF Sat Cat: 908. Duration: 6.00 days. Decay Date: 1964-10-20. Area survey photo reconnaissance satellite. Program partially completed. Returned early due to failure of spacecraft thermoregulation system; internal temperature rose to 43 degrees C. References: 2, 6,93.
1964 October 15 - 21:15 GMT - Launch Site: Hidden Hills DZ. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: 36.1 N x 116.0 W. Launch Vehicle: X-15. LV Configuration: X-15 1-50-79.
  • X-15A IFDS/Tip Pod/AD-SB Test/Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA/USAF. Apogee: 25 km (15 mi). Maximum Speed - 4904 kph. Maximum Altitude - 25878 m. First flight with X-20 INS and wing tip pods. References: 2.
1964 October 16 - Launch Vehicle: DF-2. Model: DF-2A.
  • First Chinese atomic bomb tested. Nation: China. Program: Long March. The warhead had a yield of 20 kilotons. References: 87.
1964 October 16 - Launch Site: Barking Sands. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Tomahawk Sandia. Model: Terrier Tomahawk. LV Configuration: Terrier Tomahawk Sandia 152-70. FAILURE: Failure.
  • Terihawk-12 Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: Sandia. Apogee: 0 km ( mi). References: 2.
1964 October 16-November 15 -
  • Three Apollo fuel cells operated in a simulated space vacuum Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. Three Pratt and Whitney fuel cells were operated in a simulated space vacuum at North American for 19, 20, and 21 hours. This was the first time three cells were operated as an electrical power generating subsystem. References: 16.
1964 October 17 -
  • IBM contract for the Apollo backup computer Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. MSC and International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) negotiated a $1,500,000 fixed-price contract for the Apollo guidance and navigation system backup computer. References: 16.
1964 October 17 - Launch Vehicle: Titan. Model: Titan 2.
  • Flight Crew Support Division reported that the Gemini-Titan (GT) 3 primary crew had completed egress practice in boilerplate No. Nation: USA. Spacecraft: Gemini. Flight: Gemini 3, Gemini 4. 201 in the Ellington Air Force Base flotation tank. The backup GT-4 crew was scheduled for such training on October 23. Full-scale egress and recovery training for both the GT-3 and the GT-4 crews was scheduled to begin about January 15, when parachute refresher courses would also be scheduled.
1964 October 17 - 10:43 GMT - Launch Site: Eglin. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache AE5.487.
  • Ionosphere wind, T (IQSY) Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 156 km (96 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 17 - 10:45 GMT - Launch Site: Eglin. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Javelin. Model: Nike Javelin.
  • BLOSSOM wind, T Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: USAF AGPC?. Apogee: 177 km (109 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 17 - 22:02 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: SLC3W. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Delta. Model: Thor SLV-2A Agena D. LV Configuration: Thor SLV-2A Agena D 418 / Agena D SS-01A 1179.
  • KH-4A 1012 Nation: USA. Payload: KH-4A s/n 1012 / Agena D 1179. Mass: 1,500 kg (3,300 lb). Class: Surveillance. Type: Military. Spacecraft: KH-4A. Agency: NRO/CIA. Perigee: 189 km (117 mi). Apogee: 416 km (258 mi). Inclination: 75.00 deg. Period: 90.60 min. COSPAR: 1964-067A. USAF Sat Cat: 911. Decay Date: 1964-11-04. KH-4A. Vehicle attitude became erratic on the second portion of the mission necessitating an early recovery. References: 2, 6.
1964 October 19 -
  • Work stopped on Apollo LTA 10 Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo LM. MSC ordered Grumman to halt work on the LEM test article (LTA) 10. The LTA-10's descent stage would be replaced with one cannibalized from LEM test mockup 5. References: 16.
1964 October 19 -
  • Voskhod 1 crew in Moscow Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Flight: Voskhod 1. The crew arrives at Vnukovo Airfield at 12:30 aboard an Il-18. The crew walks up to the reviewing stand and Komarov makes the standard report to the Communist Party and Soviet Ministers. At 14:00 there is a meeting at Red Square, and at 17:00 an audience at the Kremlin. The next day will be the customary meeting with Korolev and the workers of OKB-1, and the day after, the press conference, and on 22 October the meeting with the staff at the Cosmonaut Training Centre. The celebrations provide the first opportunity for Brezhnev to present himself in public in the role previously held by Khrushchev. The celebrations are somewhat dampened by new that an Il-18 crashed near Belgrade, killing all 17 occupants of a military delegation, including Marshal Biryuzov. This was the same aircraft and same crew that had flown the cosmonauts from Kustanin to Tyuratam.... References: 376.
1964 October 19 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A2.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 19 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A2.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 19 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A2.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 19 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A2.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 19 - 15:42 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Javelin. LV Configuration: Javelin NASA 8.24GI-II.
  • Ionosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 840 km (520 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 19 - 23:00 GMT - Launch Site: Woomera. Launch Complex: LA6A. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Blue Streak. LV Configuration: Blue Streak F-2.
  • Blue Streak only. Successful. Nation: Europe. Agency: ELDO. Apogee: 243 km (150 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 20 -
  • Final UR-200 launch. Nation: USSR. Spacecraft: Kosmoplan. The rocket had already been cancelled after the fall of Khrushchev.
1964 October 20 -
  • Cosmonaut meeting at OKB-1 Nation: USSR. Program: Voskhod. Spacecraft: Voskhod. Flight: Voskhod 1. The traditional meeting with the crew is followed by a smaller group in Korolev's office. Numerous toasts are drunk to the crew, to future victories in space, and... "on to the moon". From 18:00 to 20:00 the cosmonauts are prepared by Keldysh, Tyulin, Pashkov, Skuridin, Mozzhorin, Rumyanets, and others in allowable answers for the next day's press conference. Kamanin wants the crew to be free to answer questions about the physical characteristics of the booster and spacecraft (thrust, weight, dimensions, and so on) but Keldysh and Tyulin prohibit it strongly. References: 376.
1964 October 20 - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Brigitte. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Diamant. Model: Emeraude VE121. FAILURE: Failure.
  • Test mission Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 0 km ( mi). References: 2.
1964 October 20 - 02:29 GMT - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC90/20. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: UR-200. Model: UR-200.
  • State trials missile test Nation: USSR. Agency: RVSN. Apogee: 1,129 km (701 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 21 - 19:44 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: LA2. Launch Pad: LA2A. Launch Vehicle: Astrobee. Model: Astrobee 1500. LV Configuration: Astrobee 1500 NASA 16.02GT.
  • Test mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 1,950 km (1,210 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 21 - 21:12 GMT - Launch Site: Carnarvon. Launch Complex: CARN. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: HAD. LV Configuration: HAD 148.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: Australia. Agency: WRE. Apogee: 100 km (60 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 22-29 -
  • Use of Gemini suits in Apollo Block I missions studied Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Gemini. MSC's Crew Systems Division investigated environmental control system (ECS) implications of using Gemini suits in Block I missions. The results indicated that the ECS was capable of maintaining nominal cabin temperature and carbon dioxide partial pressure levels; however, this mode of operation always had an adverse effect on cabin dewpoint temperature and water condensation rate. References: 16.
1964 October 22 - 11:03 GMT - Launch Site: Carnarvon. Launch Complex: CARN. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: HAD. LV Configuration: HAD 140.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: Australia. Agency: WRE. Apogee: 100 km (60 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 23 -
  • Surveyor Block II study related to the Apollo landing aid problem Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Surveyor Block II. Jet Propulsion Laboratory proposed a meeting on October 29 between representatives of NASA Headquarters, Bellcomm, MSC, MIT, and JPL to present the requirements and status of projects underway as they related to the landing aid problem. The Surveyor Block II study effort was concentrating on determining needs of obtaining data on the lunar surface and environment for Apollo. Additional Details: Surveyor Block II study related to the Apollo landing aid problem. References: 16.
1964 October 23 - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC41/15. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Kosmos 3. Model: Kosmos 65S3. LV Configuration: Kosmos 65S3 01L. FAILURE: Launch vehicle failed to orbit - unknown cause.
  • Strela-1 Nation: USSR. Program: Strela. Class: Communications. Type: Military Store-dump. Spacecraft: Strela-1. Agency: RVSN. COSPAR: F641023A. References: 2.
  • Strela-1 Nation: USSR. Program: Strela. Class: Communications. Type: Military Store-dump. Spacecraft: Strela-1. Agency: RVSN. COSPAR: F641023B. References: 2.
  • Strela-1 Nation: USSR. Program: Strela. Class: Communications. Type: Military Store-dump. Spacecraft: Strela-1. Agency: RVSN. COSPAR: F641023C. References: 2.
1964 October 23 - 16:00 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Javelin. LV Configuration: Javelin NASA 8.33GR.
  • RAE development Radio astronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 1,100 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 23 - 18:30 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: SLC4W. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Atlas. Model: Atlas Agena D. LV Configuration: Atlas Agena D 353D.
  • KH 7-13 Nation: USA. Payload: KH-7 no. 13. Mass: 2,000 kg (4,400 lb). Class: Surveillance. Type: Military. Spacecraft: KH-7. Agency: NRO/USAF. Perigee: 140 km (80 mi). Apogee: 267 km (165 mi). Inclination: 95.50 deg. Period: 88.50 min. COSPAR: 1964-068A. USAF Sat Cat: 912. Decay Date: 1964-10-28. KH-7 type satellite. Space craft engaged in investigation of spaceflight techniques and technology (US Cat A). References: 2, 6, 278.
  • SRV Nation: USA. Mass: 60 kg (132 lb). Spacecraft: KH-7. Agency: NRO/USAF. Perigee: 311 km (193 mi). Apogee: 344 km (213 mi). Inclination: 95.50 deg. Period: 91.10 min. COSPAR: 1964-068B. USAF Sat Cat: 914. Decay Date: 1965-02-23. Radar monitoring. References: 2, 6, 172, 278.
  • OPS 5063 Nation: USA. Payload: EHH A4. Class: Sigint. Spacecraft: SSF. Agency: USAF AFSC. COSPAR: 1964-068xx. USAF Sat Cat: 914. Decay Date: 1965-02-23. References: 2, 279.
1964 October 24 - 05:16 GMT - Launch Site: Kapustin Yar. Launch Complex: Mayak-2. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Kosmos 2. Model: Kosmos 63S1.
  • Cosmos 49 Nation: USSR. Program: DS. Payload: DS-MG s/n 2. Mass: 355 kg (782 lb). Class: Technology. Spacecraft: DS-MG. Agency: MO SSSR. Perigee: 260 km (160 mi). Apogee: 472 km (293 mi). Inclination: 48.90 deg. Period: 91.90 min. COSPAR: 1964-069A. USAF Sat Cat: 913. Completed Operations Date: 1964-11-09. Decay Date: 1965-08-21. Payload developed by VNIIEM to test electric gyrodyne orientation systems. Also studied measured Earth infrared and ultraviolet flux. References: 2, 6, 99.
1964 October 24 - 17:33 GMT - Launch Site: Barking Sands. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache.
  • Sandia 154-30 Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: Sandia. Apogee: 160 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 26 -
  • Russell L. Schweickart spent eight days in a Gemini space suit to evaluate Gemini biomedical recording instruments. Nation: USA. Spacecraft: G3C. While in the suit, the astronaut flew several zero-g flight profiles, went through a simulated four-day Gemini mission, and experienced several centrifuge runs.
1964 October 26 -
  • NASA definition studies of the Apollo X spacecraft planned during Fiscal Year 1965. Nation: USA. Spacecraft: Apollo X. In an interview for Missiles and Rockets magazine, Associate Administrator Robert C. Seamans, Jr., stated that NASA planned to initiate program definition studies of an Apollo X spacecraft during Fiscal Year 1965. Seamans emphasized that such a long-duration space station program would not receive funding for actual hardware development until the 1970s. He stressed that NASA's Apollo X would not compete with the Manned Orbiting Laboratory program: 'MOL is important for the military as a method of determining what opportunities there are for men in space. It is not suitable to fulfill NASA requirements to gain scientific knowledge.'
1964 October 27 -
  • Samuel C Phillips named Director of Apollo Program Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. NASA announced the appointment of Major General Samuel C. Phillips as Director of the Apollo Program. Phillips thus assumed part of the duties of George E. Mueller, Associate Administrator of Manned Space Flight, who had been serving as Apollo Director as well. Phillips had been Deputy Director since January 15. References: 16.
1964 October 27 - 00:58 GMT - Launch Site: White Sands. Launch Complex: LC35. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Aerobee. Model: Aerobee 150. LV Configuration: Aerobee 150 NASA 04.123CG.
  • AS / E X-ray astronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 192 km (119 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 27 - 10:50 GMT - Launch Site: Woomera. Launch Complex: LA2. Launch Pad: LA2 SL. Launch Vehicle: Skylark. Model: Skylark 7C. LV Configuration: Skylark-7C SL47.
  • XRB / SpE / Stellar UV Ultraviolet / x-ray astronomy mission Nation: Australia. Agency: WRE/RAE. Apogee: 146 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 27 - 16:57 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Black Brant. Model: Black Brant 2. LV Configuration: Black Brant II AC17.606.
  • D region Ionosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 149 km (92 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 27 - 16:57 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Cajun. Model: Nike Cajun. LV Configuration: Nike Cajun AB6.197.
  • RPA Aurora / ionosphere mission Aurora / ionosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 136 km (84 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 27 - 20:25 GMT - Launch Site: Barking Sands. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache.
  • Sandia 154-31 Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: Sandia. Apogee: 160 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 28 -
  • Testing of the first flight-weight Apollo LEM fuel cell Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo LM. Testing of the first flight-weight 15-cell stack of the LEM fuel cell assembly began. Although the voltage was three percent below design, the unit had a 980-watt capability. Earlier, the unit completed 150 hours of operation, and single cell life had reached 662 hours. References: 16.
1964 October 28 - Launch Vehicle: Little Joe II, Saturn I, Saturn V.
  • Apollo mission programming Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. ASPO's Operations Planning Division defined the current Apollo mission programming as envisioned by MSC. The overall Apollo flight program was described in terms of its major phases: Little Joe II flights (unmanned Little Joe II development and launch escape vehicle development); Saturn IB flights (unmanned Saturn IB and Block I CSM development, Block I CSM earth orbital operations, unmanned LEM development, and manned Block II CSM/LEM earth orbital operations); and Saturn V flights (unmanned Saturn V and Block II CSM development, manned Block II CSM/LEM earth orbital operations, and manned lunar missions). References: 16.
1964 October 28 - Launch Vehicle: Titan. Model: Titan 2.
  • Gemini launch vehicle 4 was erected in the vertical test facility at Martin-Baltimore. Nation: USA. Flight: Gemini 4. Power was applied to the vehicle for the first time on November 4. Subsystems Functional Verification Tests were completed November 19.
1964 October 28 - Launch Vehicle: N1, Proton.
  • Lunar project orders issued to industry. Nation: USSR. Program: Lunar L1, Lunar L3. Spacecraft: LK-1, Soyuz 7K-LOK, LK, Luna Ye-8. Military-Industrial Commission (VPK) Decree 'On assignment of lunar programs to OKB-52 and OKB-1' was issued. References: 474.
1964 October 28 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A2.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 28 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A2.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 28 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A2.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 28 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A2.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 28 - 10:48 GMT - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC31. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Soyuz. Model: Vostok 8A92. LV Configuration: Vostok 8A92 R15002-02.
  • Cosmos 50 Nation: USSR. Payload: Zenit-2 11F61 s/n 25. Mass: 4,720 kg (10,400 lb). Class: Surveillance. Type: Military. Spacecraft: Zenit-2. Agency: NII-88. Perigee: 190 km (110 mi). Apogee: 232 km (144 mi). Inclination: 51.20 deg. Period: 88.70 min. COSPAR: 1964-070A. USAF Sat Cat: 919. Duration: 8.00 days. Decay Date: 1964-11-05. Area survey photo reconnaissance satellite. Unsuccessful mission. Failure of the braking engine system. Spacecraft ordered to self destruct. References: 2, 6,93.
1964 October 29 - Launch Site: Cape Canaveral. Launch Complex: LC32B. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Minuteman 2. LV Configuration: Minuteman 2 450.
  • Research and development launch Nation: USA. Agency: USAF AFSC. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 29-November 5 -
  • Frst operational deployment of the launch escape system canards Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. North American conducted the first operational deployment of the launch escape system canards. No problems were encountered with the wiring or the mechanism. Two more operational tests remained to complete the minimum airworthiness test program, a constraint on boilerplate 23. References: 16.
1964 October 29-November 5 -
  • Apollo hard shell meteoroid garment Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo LM, A7L. The MSC Meteoroid Technology Branch inspected a hard shell meteoroid garment built by the Center's Crew Systems Division. It was only a crude prototype, yet it in no way hampered mobility of the pressurized suit. The Meteoroid Technology people were satisfied that, should a hard garment be necessary for protection of the Apollo extravehicular mobility unit, this concept was adequate. The garment might present stowage problems, however, and investigations were underway to determine the minimum area in the LEM that would be required. References: 16.
1964 October 29 - 01:59 GMT - Launch Site: Baikonur. Launch Complex: LC67/22. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Tsiklon. Model: R-36 8K67.
  • Kura state trials missile launch Nation: USSR. Agency: RVSN. Apogee: 868 km (539 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 29 - 03:35 GMT - Launch Site: Cape Canaveral. Launch Complex: LC17B. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Delta. Model: Thor DSV-2F. LV Configuration: Thor DSV-2F 260.
  • ASSET 4 re-entry vehicle test flight Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 50 km (31 mi). Suborbital test of small scale spaceplane model to test structural concepts for the X-20 Dynasoar. Aero-environmental test vehicle (AEV) to test aerodynamic properties of flexing outer skin with corrugated columbium panel. Reached 4,000 m/s at 50.6 km altitude before being released from launch vehicle. Telemetry received for 900 seconds until spaceplane had reached Mach 2 1200 km downrange. It then became unstable and crashed into the Atlantic. Recovery was not planned. References: 2.
1964 October 29 - 23:18 GMT - Launch Site: Ile du Levant. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: CERES. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure.
  • ESRO C02 / 1 Aeronomy mission Nation: Europe. Agency: ESRO. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 30 -
  • First drop test of boilerplate 28 Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. North American conducted the first drop test of boilerplate 28 at Downey, Calif. The test simulated the worst conditions that were anticipated in a three-parachute descent and water landing. The second drop, it was expected, would likewise simulate a landing on two parachutes. The drop appeared normal, but the spacecraft sank less than four minutes after hitting the water. Additional Details: First drop test of boilerplate 28. References: 16.
1964 October 30 - Launch Vehicle: Redstone.
  • Redstone leaves Army service. Nation: USA. In a ceremony on the parade field at Redstone Arsenal, the Redstone missile was ceremonially retired.
1964 October 30 -
  • LLRV first flight Nation: USA. Spacecraft: Apollo LLRV. Initial tests were from the old South Base area of Edwards. Research pilot Joe Walker flew it three times for a total of just under 60 seconds to a peak altitude of ten ft (3 m). Later flights were shared between Walker; another Center pilot, Don Mallick; the Army's Jack Kleuver; and NASA Manned Spacecraft Center, Houston, pilots Joseph Algranti and H.E. 'Bud' Ream.
1964 October 30 - 17:51 GMT - Launch Site: Hidden Hills DZ. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: 36.1 N x 116.0 W. Launch Vehicle: X-15. LV Configuration: X-15 3-36-59.
  • X-15A Gear mod, BLN test Nation: USA. Agency: NASA/USAF. Apogee: 25 km (15 mi). Maximum Speed - 5009 kph. Maximum Altitude - 25786 m. References: 2.
1964 October 30 - 19:30 GMT - Launch Site: White Sands. Launch Complex: LC35. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Aerobee. Model: Aerobee 150. LV Configuration: Aerobee 150 NASA 04.116GS.
  • Extreme ultraviolet spectrum / X-ray flux Solar x-ray mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 189 km (117 mi). References: 2.
1964 October 31 - Launch Vehicle: UR-700.
  • UR-700 project cancelled Nation: USSR. Program: Lunar L3. Class: Manned. Type: Lunar. Spacecraft: LK-700. Following the August decree that gave the circumlunar project to Chelomei and the lunar landing project to Korolev, further work on development of the UR-700 by Chelomei was cancelled. However development of the RD-270 engine was continued and Chelomei continued to do UR-700 design studies. References: 26.
1964 October 31 -
  • Astronaut Theodore C Freeman died in an aircraft accident Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Astronaut Theodore C. Freeman died in an aircraft accident at Ellington Air Force Base, near Houston. Freeman, an Air Force captain and a member of NASA's third group of spacemen, was preparing to land his T-38 training jet when it struck a goose and lost power. He ejected from his aircraft, but did not have sufficient altitude for his parachute to open. Freeman thus became the first American astronaut to lose his life in the quest for the moon. References: 16.
1964 October 31 - 1964 October 31 - Launch Site: ETR Launch Area. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Polaris. Model: Polaris A3. LV Configuration: Polaris A3P-72.
  • Operational test Nation: USA. Agency: USN. Apogee: 1,000 km (600 mi). References: 2.
November 1964 - Launch Vehicle: N1, R-56, UR-700.
  • Korolev's admits that N1 cannot attain payload needed for single-launch mission Nation: USSR. Program: Lunar L3. Spacecraft: LK, Soyuz 7K-LOK, LK-700. Korolev speaks privately to Chertok. Kozlov has told him it will be impossible to build an N1 with the 93 tonne payload capability until the fourth flight article. The L3 concept was still the same as in the August decree - 2 cosmonauts aboard the LOK orbiter, one aboard the LK lander. Korolev asks Chertok to take 800 kg out of the weight budget for the L3. Chertok informs him that they are already 500 kg over the August budget. This is still without all the unknowns of the automated lunar landing being solved. Additional Details: Korolev's admits that N1 cannot attain payload needed for single-launch mission. References: 367.
1964 November 1 - 06:00 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.197CA.
  • Sodium-Lithium release trail Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 182 km (113 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 1 - 06:15 GMT - Launch Site: Barking Sands. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache.
  • Sandia 154-32 Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: Sandia. Apogee: 140 km (80 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 1 - 06:18 GMT - Launch Site: Barking Sands. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache.
  • Sandia 154-34 Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: Sandia. Apogee: 160 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 2 - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Brigitte. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: VE. Model: VE10A Aigle.
  • Test mission Nation: France. Agency: ONERA. Apogee: 20 km (12 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 2 - 09:03 GMT - Launch Site: Kagoshima. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Kappa. Model: Kappa 8L. LV Configuration: Kappa 8L K-8L-7.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: Japan. Agency: ISAS. Apogee: 156 km (96 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 2 - 21:30 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: SLC1W. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Delta. Model: Thor SLV-2A Agena D. LV Configuration: Thor SLV-2A Agena D 420 / Agena D SS-01A 1173.
  • KH-4A 1013 Nation: USA. Payload: KH-4A s/n 1013 - Agena D 1173. Mass: 1,500 kg (3,300 lb). Class: Surveillance. Type: Military. Spacecraft: KH-4A. Agency: USAF. Perigee: 181 km (112 mi). Apogee: 210 km (130 mi). Inclination: 51.20 deg. Period: 88.40 min. COSPAR: 1964-071A. USAF Sat Cat: 921. Decay Date: 1964-11-28. KH-4A. Program anomaly occurred immediately after launch when both cameras operated for 417 frames. Main cameras ceased operation on rev 52D of first portion of mission negating second portion. About 65% of aft camera film is out of focus. References: 2, 6.
1964 November 3 - 00:00 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: LF08. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Minuteman 1. Model: Minuteman 1B. LV Configuration: Minuteman 1B 853.
  • Operational missile test Nation: USA. Agency: SAC 1STRAD. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 3 - 00:35 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: LF03. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Minuteman 1. Model: Minuteman 1B. LV Configuration: Minuteman 1B 644.
  • Operational missile test Nation: USA. Agency: SAC 1STRAD. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 3 - 07:57 GMT - Launch Site: White Sands. Launch Complex: LC35. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Aerobee. Model: Aerobee 150. LV Configuration: Aerobee 150 NASA 04.52UG.
  • Princeton UVS Ultraviolet astronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 127 km (78 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 3 - 10:02 GMT - Launch Site: Eglin. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache AE5.550.
  • IQSY Ionosphere, Sphere Aeronomy / ionosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 209 km (129 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 3 - 17:32 GMT - Launch Site: Barking Sands. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache.
  • Sandia 154-36 Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: Sandia. Apogee: 160 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 3 - 17:38 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Cajun. Model: Nike Cajun. LV Configuration: Nike Cajun NASA 10.132GA.
  • Grenades Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 122 km (75 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 4 - Launch Vehicle: DF-2. Model: DF-2A.
  • Go-ahead for DF-2A. Nation: China. Program: Long March. Decision to proceed with DF-2A extended range version of DF-2 References: 87.
1964 November 4 - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: LF06. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Minuteman 1. Model: Minuteman 1A. LV Configuration: Minuteman 1A 537.
  • Operational missile test Nation: USA. Agency: SAC 1STRAD. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 4 - 02:12 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: SLC1E. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Delta. Model: Thor SLV-2A Agena D. LV Configuration: Thor SLV-2A Agena D 430 / Agena D SS-01A 2317.
  • OPS 3062 Nation: USA. Payload: Ferret 7 / Agena D 2317. Mass: 1,500 kg (3,300 lb). Class: Sigint. Spacecraft: Ferret. Agency: NRO/USAF. Perigee: 512 km (318 mi). Apogee: 526 km (326 mi). Inclination: 82.00 deg. Period: 95.00 min. COSPAR: 1964-072A. USAF Sat Cat: 922. Decay Date: 1969-11-05. References: 2, 6.
1964 November 4 - 08:31 GMT - Launch Site: CELPA. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C78.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNIE. Apogee: 175 km (108 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 4 - 16:35 GMT - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Blandine. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Veronique. LV Configuration: Veronique AGI53.
  • Solar La Solar ultraviolet mission Nation: France. Agency: FR. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). FU110 Atomic H (Ly-alpha), Solar X-rays mission. References: 2.
1964 November 4 - 17:00 GMT - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: 395-D. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Titan. Model: Titan 2. LV Configuration: Titan II B-32.
  • High Rider Nation: USA. Agency: USAF SAC. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). Demonstration and shakedown operations launch References: 2.
1964 November 5 -
  • Apollo Space Suit designated Extravehicular Mobility Unit Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: A7L. The Apollo Space Suit Assembly received a new designation, the Apollo Extravehicular Mobility Unit. The purpose of the change was to make it more descriptive of its function in the Apollo mission. References: 16.
1964 November 5 - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: LF09. Launch Pad: LF09?. Launch Vehicle: Minuteman 1. Model: Minuteman 1B. LV Configuration: Minuteman 1B 873.
  • Operational missile test Nation: USA. Agency: SAC 1STRAD. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - Launch Site: Reggane. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C67.
  • Sodium release Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Bacchus. Launch Pad: Bacchus?. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C47.
  • Sodium release Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - Launch Site: Reggane. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C72.
  • Sodium release Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - Launch Site: Ile du Levant. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: CERES. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C64.
  • TMA Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Bacchus. Launch Pad: Bacchus?. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C69.
  • TMA Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5-12 -
  • During 20-g loading test Apollo CM aft heatshield failed Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. During a mechanical loading test (simulating a 20-g reentry) the CM aft heatshield failed at 120 percent of maximum load. Structures and Mechanics Division engineers inspected the structure. They found that the inner skin had buckled, the damage extending three quarters of the way around the bolt circle that secured the heatshield to the spacecraft's inner structure. Their findings would be used along with data from the recent drop of boilerplate 28 to determine what redesign was necessary. References: 16.
1964 November 5 - 03:01 GMT - Launch Site: Kagoshima. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Kappa. Model: Kappa 9M. LV Configuration: Kappa 9M K-9M-4.
  • Ionosphere mission Nation: Japan. Agency: ISAS. Apogee: 356 km (221 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - 17:00 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Cajun. Model: Nike Cajun. LV Configuration: Nike Cajun NASA 10.107GA.
  • Grenades Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 122 km (75 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - 19:03 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Javelin. LV Configuration: Javelin NASA 8.34CA.
  • JHU Airglow 7 Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 867 km (538 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - 19:22 GMT - Launch Site: Cape Canaveral. Launch Complex: LC13. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Atlas. Model: Atlas Agena D. LV Configuration: Atlas Agena D 289D (AA11) / Agena D 6931 (AA11). FAILURE: Launch fairing failure.
  • Mariner 3 Nation: USA. Program: Mariner. Payload: Mariner C-2. Mass: 260 kg (570 lb). Class: Planetary. Type: Mars. Spacecraft: Mariner 3-4. Agency: NASA/JPL. COSPAR: 1964-073A. USAF Sat Cat: 923. Mars probe; launch fairing failure prevented Mars flyby. Solar Orbit (Heliocentric). Spacecraft engaged in research and exploration of the upper atmosphere or outer space (US Cat B). References: 2, 6, 278.
1964 November 5 - 20:38 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.104DI.
  • Ionosphere / B field Ionosphere / fields mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 145 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - 20:39 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Javelin. LV Configuration: Javelin NASA 8.19DI.
  • Ionosphere / B field Ionosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 840 km (520 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 5 - 23:16 GMT - Launch Site: CELPA. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C80.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNIE. Apogee: 176 km (109 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 -
  • All major Apollo LEM subcontracts issued Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo LM. References: 16.
1964 November 6 -
  • Significant milestones for the Apollo LEM planned Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo LM. NASA anticipated five significant milestones for the LEM during the forthcoming year:

    1. A major review of the entire LEM program (with especial emphasis upon the fiscal picture for 1965 and 1966)
    2. Start of production on LEM-1 (the first LEM flight article)
    3. Delivery of LEM Test Article (LTA)-2 (a dynamic test article) to Huntsville
    4. Start of vibration and static testing on the complete LEM structure
    5. Sea level and altitude qualification testing in the continuing development of the LEM's propulsion systems.
    References: 16.
1964 November 6 - Launch Site: Barking Sands. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Tomahawk Sandia. Model: Nike Tomahawk. LV Configuration: Nike Tomahawk-9 Sandia 152-59.
  • Ballistic HRT Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: Sandia. Apogee: 289 km (179 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: LF07. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Minuteman 1. Model: Minuteman 1B. LV Configuration: Minuteman 1B 848.
  • Operational missile test Nation: USA. Agency: SAC 1STRAD. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: LF02. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Minuteman 1. Model: Minuteman 1B. LV Configuration: Minuteman 1B 960. FAILURE: Failure.
  • Operational missile test Nation: USA. Agency: SAC 1STRAD. Apogee: 0 km ( mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - Launch Site: Reggane. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C66.
  • Sodium / TMA release Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - Launch Site: Ile du Levant. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: CERES. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C71.
  • TMA Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CNES. Apogee: 150 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - 00:02 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Cajun. Model: Nike Cajun. LV Configuration: Nike Cajun NASA 10.133GA.
  • Grenades Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 120 km (70 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - 00:08 GMT - Launch Site: Thumba. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.131IA.
  • ISRO 10.04? TERLS-12 Aeronomy sodium release mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 192 km (119 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - 05:20 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Cajun. Model: Nike Cajun. LV Configuration: Nike Cajun NASA 10.134GA.
  • Grenades Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 120 km (70 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - 08:31 GMT - Launch Site: CELPA. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Belier. Model: Centaure. LV Configuration: Centaure C79.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: France. Agency: CINE. Apogee: 179 km (111 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - 10:00 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Cajun. Model: Nike Cajun. LV Configuration: Nike Cajun NASA 10.135GA.
  • Grenades Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 125 km (77 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 6 - 12:02 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: LA3. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Scout. Model: Scout X-4. LV Configuration: Scout X-4 S133R.
  • Explorer 23 Nation: USA. Program: Explorer. Payload: S-55C. Mass: 134 kg (295 lb). Class: Earth. Type: Micrometeoroid. Spacecraft: S-55. Agency: NASA LaR. Perigee: 463 km (287 mi). Apogee: 980 km (600 mi). Inclination: 51.90 deg. Period: 99.20 min. COSPAR: 1964-074A. USAF Sat Cat: 924. Decay Date: 1983-06-29. Micrometeoroid data. Spacecraft engaged in research and exploration of the upper atmosphere or outer space (US Cat B). References: 2, 6.
1964 November 6 - 13:45 GMT - Launch Site: Woomera. Launch Complex: LA5B. Launch Pad: LA5B?. Launch Vehicle: Black Knight. Model: Black Knight 301/C2. LV Configuration: Black Knight-301/C2 BK.20.
  • Dazzle re-entry vehicle test Nation: UK. Agency: RAE. Apogee: 629 km (390 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 7 - 03:21 GMT - Launch Site: Green River. Launch Complex: Pad 1. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Athena RTV. LV Configuration: Athena C004.
  • USAF C004 re-entry vehicle test flight Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 260 km (160 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 7 - 05:13 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.105DI.
  • Ionosphere / B field Ionosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 149 km (92 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 7 - 05:14 GMT - Launch Site: Fort Churchill. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Javelin. LV Configuration: Javelin NASA 8.20DI.
  • Ionosphere / B field Ionosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 714 km (443 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 7 - 10:31 GMT - Launch Site: White Sands. Launch Complex: LC35. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Aerobee. Model: Aerobee 150. LV Configuration: Aerobee 150 NASA 04.109GG.
  • Ultraviolet astronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 213 km (132 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 8 - 08:22 GMT - Launch Site: Hammaguira. Launch Complex: Blandine. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Veronique. LV Configuration: Veronique AGI52.
  • Ultraviolet Spectrum / CU point Solar ultraviolet mission Nation: France. Agency: FR. Apogee: 98 km (60 mi). FU111 UV Solar Astronomy / Ptr mission. References: 2.
1964 November 9 - Launch Site: Barking Sands. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Tomahawk Sandia. Model: Nike Tomahawk. LV Configuration: Nike Tomahawk-9 Sandia 152-67.
  • Ballistic HRT Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: Sandia. Apogee: 289 km (179 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 9 - Launch Site: Vandenberg. Launch Complex: LF05. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Minuteman 1. Model: Minuteman 1A. LV Configuration: Minuteman 1A 661.
  • Operational missile test Nation: USA. Agency: SAC 1STRAD. Apogee: 1,300 km (800 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 9 - 12:54 GMT - Launch Site: Thumba. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.204IA.
  • ISRO 10.05 / TERLS-13? Aeronomy sodium release mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 192 km (119 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 10 -
  • First firing of the service propulsion system engine Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. Joseph G. Thibodaux, Jr., MSC Propulsion and Power Division, reported at an Apollo Engineering and Development technical management meeting that the first J-2 firing of the service propulsion system engine was conducted at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR). Two fuel cell endurance tests of greater than 400 hours were completed at Pratt and Whitney. MSC would receive a single cell for testing during the month. References: 16.
1964 November 10 - Launch Site: Eglin. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 200 km (120 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 10 - Launch Site: Eglin. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: USAF. Apogee: 200 km (120 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 10 - 00:05 GMT - Launch Site: Thumba. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.205IA.
  • ISRO 10.06 / TERLS-14? Aeronomy sodium release mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 192 km (119 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 10 - 02:05 GMT - Launch Site: Kagoshima. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Kappa. Model: Kappa 8L. LV Configuration: Kappa 8L K-8L-8.
  • Ionosphere mission Nation: Japan. Agency: ISAS. Apogee: 145 km (90 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 10 - 11:07 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.147UI.
  • Sunrise Ionosphere 4 Ionosphere mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 251 km (155 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 10 - 22:25 GMT - Launch Site: Atlantic Ocean. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: 35.0 N x 75.0 W. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.114CA.
  • Sodium release Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 200 km (120 mi). Launched in Atlantic Ocean, Croatan 1964 cruise. References: 2.
1964 November 10 - 22:28 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.53CA.
  • Sodium release Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 198 km (123 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 11 - Launch Vehicle: Proton. Model: Proton 8K82K.
  • Development of the manned circumlunar spacecraft LK-1 authorised Nation: USSR.
1964 November 11 - 09:59 GMT - Launch Site: Woomera. Launch Complex: LA2. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: HAD. LV Configuration: HAD 145.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: Australia. Agency: WRE. Apogee: 100 km (60 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 11 - 22:24 GMT - Launch Site: Atlantic Ocean. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: 34.5 N x 74.7 W. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.115CA.
  • Sodium release Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 156 km (96 mi). Launched from Atlantic Ocean during Croatan 1964 cruise - - Latitude: 34.45 N - Longitude: 74.67 W. References: 2.
1964 November 11 - 22:27 GMT - Launch Site: Wallops Island. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.112CA.
  • Sodium release Aeronomy mission Nation: USA. Agency: NASA. Apogee: 202 km (125 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 12-19 -
  • Lump considered for the Apollo CM's blunt face Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo CSM. In its search for some method of reducing water impact pressures, North American was considering adding a 15- to 30.5-cm (6- to 12-in) "lump" to the CM's blunt face. The spacecraft manufacturer was also investigating such consequent factors as additional wind tunnel testing, the effect on heatshield design, and impact upon the overall Apollo program. References: 16.
1964 November 12-19 -
  • Program to resize the Apollo LEM Nation: USA. Program: Apollo. Spacecraft: Apollo LM. MSC analyzed Grumman's report on their program to resize the LEM. On the basis of this information, ASPO recommended that the propellant tanks be resized for separation and lunar liftoff weights of 14,742 and 4,908 kg (32,500 and 10,820 lbs), respectively. Studies should investigate the feasibility of an optical rendezvous device and the substitution of batteries for fuel cells. And finally, engineering managers from both Grumman and MSC should examine a selected list of weight reduction changes to determine whether they could immediately be implemented. References: 16.
1964 November 12 - 03:05 GMT - Launch Site: Kagoshima. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: Kappa. Model: Kappa 8L. LV Configuration: Kappa 8L K-8L-6.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: Japan. Agency: ISAS. Apogee: 100 km (60 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 12 - 10:00 GMT - Launch Site: Woomera. Launch Complex: LA2. Launch Pad: -. Launch Vehicle: HAD. LV Configuration: HAD 157.
  • Aeronomy mission Nation: Australia. Agency: WRE. Apogee: 103 km (64 mi). References: 2.
1964 November 12 - 10:53 GMT - Launch Site: Atlantic Ocean. Launch Complex: -. Launch Pad: 35.0 N x 75.0 W. Launch Vehicle: Apache. Model: Nike Apache. LV Configuration: Nike Apache NASA 14.116CA.
  • Sodium release Aeronomy mission Nati