Project Gemini

Gemini 11

Name: Gemini 11
Start: 1966-09-12
End: 1966-09-15
Location: Atlantic Ocean

Vehicle: Titan II GLV | Launch Site: Atlantic Ocean

Mission Overview

Gemini 11 was a crucial cornerstone of the space program. It tested critical orbital operations: rendezvous, docking, EVA, and long-duration space habitation. Gemini expanded our scientific and operational frontiers, allowing astronauts and ground controllers to master operations in Earth orbit before committing to the journey to the Moon.

Flight Crew & Officers

Pete Conrad

Command Pilot Captain, USN

Richard F. Gordon

Pilot Civilian

Multimedia Gallery

Official NASA historical record photography for Gemini 11.

Launch Date	1966-09-12
Landing Date	1966-09-15
Duration	11 days
Launch Vehicle	Titan II GLV
Launch Site	Atlantic Ocean
Spacecraft Mass	3,850 kg
Orbit Type	Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
Mission Status	Success