ROSCOSMOS Soyuz TMA-3 Soyuz-FG
Meet the Astronaut Crew
Aleksandr Kaleri
| Birthday | 05/13/1956 |
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| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | Russia |
| First Flight | 03/17/1992 |
| Last Flight | 10/07/2010 |
Aleksandr Yuriyevich "Sasha" Kaleri (Russian: Александр Юрьевич Калери; born Jūrmala, Latvian SSR, USSR, 13 May 1956) is a Russian cosmonaut and veteran of extended stays...
Pedro Duque
| Birthday | 03/14/1963 |
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| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | Spain |
| First Flight | 10/29/1998 |
| Last Flight | 10/18/2003 |
Pedro Francisco Duque Duque, OF, OMSE (Madrid, 14 March 1963) is a Spanish astronaut and aeronautics engineer, currently serving as Spain's Minister of Science, Innovation...
Michael Foale
| Birthday | 01/06/1957 |
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| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 03/24/1992 |
| Last Flight | 10/18/2003 |
Colin Michael Foale CBE is a British-American astrophysicist and former NASA astronaut. He is a veteran of six space missions, and is the only NASA...
About the Soyuz TMA-3 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Soyuz TMA-3 begins Expedition 8 by carrying 3 astronauts and cosmonauts to the International Space Station.
Russian Commander, cosmonaut Alexander Kaleri alongside Flight Engineers, Michael Foale (NASA) & Pedro Duque (ESA) will launch aboard the Soyuz spacecraft from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan and then rendezvous with the station.
It landed on April 30, 2004, 00:11:15 UTC
Launch Pad & Location
1/5
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 |
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| 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-3
Soyuz TMA-3 (Soyuz TMA 11F732A17 #213) 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-3 was a Soyuz spacecraft which launched on 18 October 2003 05:38 UTC. It transported two members of the Expedition 8 crew and one astronaut to the International Space Station. The Expedition 8 crew consisted of Alexander Kaleri
Michael Foale. The astronaut was ESA astronaut Pedro Duque. 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. 6 Months while docked
| Type | Capsule |
|---|---|
| Agency | ROSCOSMOS |
| Serial Number | Soyuz TMA 11F732A17 #213 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | International Space Station |
| Maiden Flight | 10/30/2002 |
| Mission End | 4/30/2004 |
| Flights | 1 |
| Crew Capacity | 3 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 748.0 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 |
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| Successful | 333 |
| Failed | 11 |
| Pending | 4 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz Soyuz TMA-3 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz Soyuz TMA-3 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz Soyuz TMA-3 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 Soyuz TMA-3 mission?
The Soyuz TMA-3 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 Soyuz TMA-3 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz Soyuz TMA-3 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 Soyuz TMA-3 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ROSCOSMOS Soyuz launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Soyuz TMA-3 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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