# KH-4A 1016
**Wikidata**: [Q11691547](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q11691547)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kh-4a-1016

## Summary
KH-4A 1016 was a reconnaissance satellite launched by the United States in 1965 as part of the KH-4A series. It was designed for covert intelligence gathering and was launched aboard a Thor-Agena D rocket from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 1.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date:** January 15, 1965  
- **COSPAR ID:** 1965-002A  
- **Launch Vehicle:** Thor-Agena D  
- **Launch Site:** Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 1  
- **Classification:** Reconnaissance satellite  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN):** 00972  
- **Significant Event:** Rocket launch on January 15, 1965, at Vandenberg  

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of KH-4A 1016?  
A: KH-4A 1016 was a reconnaissance satellite designed to covertly collect intelligence data for military or strategic applications.  

### Q: Where was KH-4A 1016 launched from?  
A: It was launched from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 1 in California.  

### Q: What rocket was used to launch KH-4A 1016?  
A: It was launched aboard a Thor-Agena D orbital launch vehicle.  

## Why It Matters  
KH-4A 1016 was part of the KH-4A series, a critical component of the U.S. Corona program, which played a key role in Cold War-era intelligence gathering. These satellites provided high-resolution imagery for military and geopolitical analysis, helping to monitor global developments and inform strategic decisions. The program marked significant advancements in satellite reconnaissance technology, setting the stage for modern surveillance systems.  

## Notable For  
- Part of the KH-4A series, a major U.S. reconnaissance satellite program.  
- Launched aboard a Thor-Agena D, a reliable orbital launch vehicle of the era.  
- Contributed to Cold War intelligence efforts with its covert data collection.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date:** January 15, 1965  
- **Site:** Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 1  
- **Vehicle:** Thor-Agena D  

### Classification and Role  
- **Type:** Reconnaissance satellite  
- **Function:** Covert intelligence data collection  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN):** 00972  
- **COSPAR ID:** 1965-002A

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report