USAF FILM REPORT 1967, MAN-RATING THE GEMINI LAUNCH VEHICLE, THE SECOND STEP Reel 1 · Part 1

Description

Coverage of USAF part in providing Man-Rated Launch Vehicles for the Gemini program through modifications to Titan II ballistic missiles, establishment of a "critical parts" handling program, and by motivation programs in contractors' manufacturing facilities. 1) Series of launches including Thor, Thrust-Augmented Thor, Mercury-Atlas, Gemini-Titan II, then Titan IIIC. 2) Astronaut outside capsule performing EVA (Extra vehicular Activity). 3) View of Agena vehicle taken from Gemini capsule. 4) Scenes of Gemini III launch and track--intercut with blockhouse scenes during countdown. 5) Shows Gemini III capsule being opened on deck of carrier WASP. 6) Series of scenes of backup flight control, electric, hydraulic, and guidance system being installed in Titan II. 7) Scenes of "critical parts" storage area. 8) Scenes of Titan production line activities, orientation class, and technical training class. 9) Astronauts touring plant and meeting production and engineering staff. 10) shows Gemini Launch Vehicle engines firing on Aerojet-General test stand. 11) Shows Gemini Launch Vehicle being loaded aboard PREGNANT GUPPY. 12) Scenes of Gemini Launch Vehicle on launch pad--intercut with blockhouse scenes and reaction shots of spectators. 13) Artwork depicting necessary flight path from launch to intercept orbiting satellite. 14) Scenes taken from capsule showing earth below, astronaut performing EVA, and docking with Agena vehicle. 15) Series of still photographs of Gemini astronauts with their names superimposed.

Collection

Records of U.S. Air Force Commands, Activities, and Organizations

Series

Moving Images Relating to Military Aviation Activities