# KH 7-11

> American reconnaissance satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q14771469](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q14771469)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kh-7-11

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **KH 7-11**:

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## Summary  
KH 7-11 was an American reconnaissance satellite launched in 1964 as part of the KH-7 Gambit series. Operated by the United States Air Force, it was designed for high-resolution photographic intelligence missions. The satellite weighed 2,000 kg and was launched aboard an Atlas SLV-3 Agena-D rocket.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: September 23, 1964, at 20:05 UTC from Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4 East.  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1964-058A.  
- **Mass**: 2,000 kg.  
- **Operator**: United States Air Force.  
- **Manufacturer**: General Electric (spacecraft) and Kodak (photographic payload).  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Atlas SLV-3 Agena-D (serial number 7102).  
- **Mission Duration**: Re-entered the atmosphere on September 28, 1964.  
- **Class**: Part of the KH-7 Gambit series of reconnaissance satellites.  
- **Aliases**: KH7-11, Mission 4011, OPS 4262, AFT-206 SV 962, GAMBIT SV 962, GAMBIT-1 11.  

## FAQs  
### Q: What was the purpose of KH 7-11?  
A: KH 7-11 was a reconnaissance satellite designed to capture high-resolution photographic intelligence during the Cold War for the U.S. military.  

### Q: Who operated KH 7-11?  
A: The satellite was operated by the United States Air Force as part of its classified surveillance program.  

### Q: How long did KH 7-11 remain in orbit?  
A: KH 7-11 re-entered Earth's atmosphere just five days after launch, on September 28, 1964.  

## Why It Matters  
KH 7-11 was a critical asset in the U.S. intelligence-gathering efforts during the Cold War, providing high-resolution imagery of strategic locations. As part of the KH-7 Gambit series, it contributed to advancements in satellite reconnaissance technology, enabling more precise surveillance capabilities. Its short mission duration was typical for early reconnaissance satellites, which prioritized rapid data retrieval over long-term orbital operations. The program's success laid groundwork for later, more advanced spy satellites.  

## Notable For  
- **High-resolution imaging**: Part of the KH-7 Gambit series, known for its advanced photographic capabilities.  
- **Rapid mission cycle**: Launched and re-entered within five days, typical of early reconnaissance satellites.  
- **Collaborative manufacturing**: Built by General Electric (spacecraft) and Kodak (payload), showcasing specialized industry partnerships.  

## Body  
### Launch and Mission  
- Launched on **September 23, 1964**, from **Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4 East**.  
- Used an **Atlas SLV-3 Agena-D** rocket (serial number 7102).  
- Mission designation: **OPS 4262**.  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Mass**: 2,000 kg.  
- **Manufacturers**:  
  - **General Electric**: Responsible for the Orbital Control Vehicle and Satellite Recovery Vehicle.  
  - **Kodak**: Designed the Photographic Payload Section.  

### Operational Details  
- **Re-entry**: September 28, 1964 (space capsule only).  
- **Classification**: Part of the **KH-7 Gambit** series, a U.S. reconnaissance satellite program.  

### Legacy  
- Contributed to Cold War-era intelligence efforts.  
- Paved the way for subsequent high-resolution spy satellites.  

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## References

1. [Source](https://space.skyrocket.de/doc_sdat/kh-7.htm)
2. Jonathan's Space Report
3. [Source](https://nssdc.gsfc.nasa.gov/nmc/spacecraft/displayTrajectory.action?id=1964-058A)
4. [Source](https://nssdc.gsfc.nasa.gov/nmc/spacecraft/display.action?id=1964-058A)