Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz MS-17 Soyuz 2.1a
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
Sergey Ryzhikov
| Birthday | 08/19/1974 |
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| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | Russia |
| First Flight | 10/19/2016 |
| Last Flight | 04/08/2025 |
Sergey Nikolayevich Ryzhiko born on August 19, 1974, lieutenant colonel of Russian Air Force, is a Russian cosmonaut, selecte...
Kathleen Rubins
| Birthday | 10/14/1978 |
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| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 07/07/2016 |
| Last Flight | 10/14/2020 |
Kathleen Hallisey "Kate" Rubins is a NASA astronaut. She became the 60th woman to fly in space when she launched on...
Sergey Kud-Sverchkov
| Birthday | 08/23/1983 |
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| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | Russia |
| First Flight | 10/14/2020 |
| Last Flight | 11/27/2025 |
Sergey Vladimirvich Kud-Sverchkov Is a Kazakh-Russian engineer and cosmonaut selected in 2010.
About the Soyuz MS-17 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $80,000,000 |
Soyuz MS-17 begins expedition 63 by carrying Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov, Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and NASA astronaut Kathleen Rubins to the International Space Station aboard the Soyuz spacecraft from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. After launching from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, they will rendezvous to the station where they will remain for their 6 month stay.
Launch Pad & Location
31/6
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
| Launches | 428 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 428 |
| Total Launches | 1563 |
The Baikonur Cosmodrome is a spaceport operated by Russia within Kazakhstan. Located in the Kazakh city of Baikonur, it is the largest operational space launch facility in terms of area. All Russian crewed spaceflights are launched from Baikonur.
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1a Rocket
The Soyuz 2.1A converted the flight control system from analog to digital, which allowed launch from fixed platforms. It also allowed big fairings and payloads.
It is currently used for crewed Soyuz and Progress flights to the ISS.
Learn more about the Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1a Rocket
About Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
The Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities, commonly known as Roscosmos, is the governmental body responsible for the space science program of the Russian Federation and general aerospace research. Soyuz has many launch locations the Russian sites are Baikonur, Plesetsk and Vostochny however Ariane also purchases the vehicle and launches it from French Guiana.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a Soyuz MS-17 launch scheduled?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a Soyuz MS-17 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a Soyuz MS-17 launch video?
You can watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a Soyuz MS-17 mission launch from?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a rocket launched from 31/6 at Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan. The Baikonur Cosmodrome is a spaceport operated by Russia within Kazakhstan. Located in the Kazakh city of Baikonur, it is the largest operational space launch facility in terms of area. All Russian crewed spaceflights are launched from Baikonur.
What rocket was used for the Soyuz MS-17 mission?
The Soyuz MS-17 mission launched aboard a Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a rocket. The Soyuz 2.1A converted the flight control system from analog to digital, which allowed launch from fixed platforms. It also allowed big fairings and payloads. <br>It is currently used for crewed Soyuz and Progress flights to the ISS. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a Soyuz MS-17 launch?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a Soyuz MS-17 launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a Soyuz MS-17 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1a launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Soyuz MS-17 mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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