ROSCOSMOS Soyuz TMA-17M Soyuz-FG
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
Oleg Kononenko
| Birthday | 06/21/1964 |
|---|---|
| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | Russia |
| First Flight | 04/08/2008 |
| Last Flight | 09/15/2023 |
Oleg Dmitriyevich Kononenko (Russian: Олег Дмитриевич Кононенко) is a Russian cosmonaut. He has flown to the International Space Station three times, as a flight engineer...
Kimiya Yui
| Birthday | 01/30/1970 |
|---|---|
| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | Japan |
| First Flight | 07/22/2015 |
| Last Flight | 08/01/2025 |
Kimiya Yui is a Japanese astronaut from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). He was selected for the agency in 2009.
Kjell N. Lindgren
| Birthday | 01/23/1973 |
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| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 07/22/2015 |
| Last Flight | 04/27/2022 |
Kjell Norwood Lindgren is a current NASA astronaut. Lindgren was selected in June 2009 as a member of the NASA Astronaut Group 20. He launched...
About the ISS 44 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Soyuz TMA-17M launch to the International Space Station with 3 crew for Expedition 44. The crew consists of cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko, JAXA astronaut Kimiya Yui and NASA astronaut Kjell Norwood Lindgren
Launch Pad & Location
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Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan
| Launches | 487 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 487 |
| Total Launches | 1565 |
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 FG Rocket
The Soyuz FG rocket is an expendable launch vehicle most commonly known for carrying humans to the International Space Station today.
| Length | 49.5 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.0 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 305.0 T |
| LEO Capacity | 6,450 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 4,500 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 5/20/2001 |
Learn more about the Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz FG Rocket
Mission Spacecraft
Soyuz TMA-17M
Soyuz TMA-17M (Soyuz TMA-M 11F732A47 #717) was the spacecraft used for this mission. It is a ROSCOSMOS Capsule designed for Manned and Cargo ISS Logistics, Lifeboat and traveled to International Space Station.
Soyuz TMA-17M was a Soyuz spacecraft which launched on 22 July 2015. It transported three members of the Expedition 44 crew to the International Space Station. The crew consisted of Oleg Kononenko, Kimiya Yui, and Kjell N. Lindgren Soyuz is a series of spacecraft designed for the Soviet space programme by the Korolyov Design Bureau (now RKK Energia) in the 1960s that remains in service today. The Soyuz succeeded the Voskhod spacecraft and was originally built as part of the Soviet Manned Lunar programme. The Soyuz spacecraft is launched on a Soyuz rocket, the most frequently used and most reliable launch vehicle in the world to date. The Soyuz rocket design is based on the Vostok launcher, which in turn was based on the 8K74 or R-7A Semyorka, a Soviet intercontinental ballistic missile. All Soyuz spacecraft are launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. Up to six months docked to Space station
| Type | Capsule |
|---|---|
| Agency | ROSCOSMOS |
| Serial Number | Soyuz TMA-M 11F732A47 #717 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | International Space Station |
| Maiden Flight | 10/7/2010 |
| Mission End | 12/11/2015 |
| Flights | 1 |
| Crew Capacity | 3 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 7.5 m |
| Diameter | 2.7 m |
About 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.
| Total Launches | 344 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 333 |
| Failed | 11 |
| Pending | 4 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz ISS 44 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz ISS 44 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz ISS 44 launch video?
You can watch the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 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 ROSCOSMOS Soyuz ISS 44 mission launch from?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz rocket launched from 1/5 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 ISS 44 mission?
The ISS 44 mission launched aboard a ROSCOSMOS Soyuz rocket. The Soyuz FG rocket is an expendable launch vehicle most commonly known for carrying humans to the International Space Station today. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz ISS 44 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz ISS 44 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 ROSCOSMOS Soyuz ISS 44 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ROSCOSMOS Soyuz launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the ISS 44 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 ROSCOSMOS live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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