A survey of the development of the British “Black Knight” rocket test vehicle and its use in high speed flight and ballistic missile research. The elements of construction, ground support equipment, propulsion, guidance and instrumentation are discussed. Tests and launching preparations at Australia’s Woomera Range follow, closing with a night-firing sequence. NB: No opening or closing credits
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ACMI Identifier
312500
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Woomera Rocket Range (S. Aust.)
Armed Forces, Military, War & Weapons → Aeronautics, Military
Armed Forces, Military, War & Weapons → Rockets - History
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Aeronautics - Great Britain
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Aeronautics - History
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Flight - History
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Rockets (Aeronautics)
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Rockets - History
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Space flight
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
MOV file ProRes4444; Digital Preservation Master - overscan
MOV file ProRes4444; Digital Preservation Master - presentation
MPEG-4 Digital File; ACMI Digital Access Copy - overscan
MPEG-4 Digital File; ACMI Digital Access Copy - presentation