Objectives and Applications
Further the testing of the TIROS system in preparation of the weather Bureau's completely operational TOS (TIROS Operational Satellite) system, and to provide maximum satellite coverage during the 1965 hurricane season.
Full Name
Television and InfraRed Observation Satellite
Mission Status
Mission complete
Mission Agencies
Launch Date
02 Jul 1965
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EOL Date
01 Jul 1967
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International Designator
VCS-WA - Vidicon Camera System - Wide Angle |
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