Oct 16 1966
From The Space Library
Third year in space began for two experimental Vela nuclear detection satellites launched by DOD Oct. 16, 1963, into near-circular orbit at 52,174-mi. (84,000-km.) altitude. Satellites had demonstrated successful R&D program and had provided effective capability to detect nuclear explosions in space. DOD had overall responsibility for Vela program; ARPA had overall direction with support of AEC. (AFSC Release 205.66)
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