ATDA Mission
Launch Status
Success
Date & Time
1 Jun 1966, 3:00pm
UTC
Pad
Space Launch Complex 14
Launch Service Provider
Vehicle
Mission
ATDA
Mission Type
Test Target
Destination
Low Earth Orbit
The ATDA (Augmented Target Docking Adapter) had been prepared as a back-up target in case of an GATV (Gemini Agena Target Vehicle) failure. The ATDA was a short cylinder consisting of a target docking adapter cone mounted on front and containing a communications system, a guidance and control system, and a reaction control system. It also had running lights, but unlike the GATV, the ATDA had no propulsive capabilities for orbit changes.
Updated: Jan 3, 7:54pm UTC
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