ROSCOSMOS Soyuz TMA-8 Soyuz-FG
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
Pavel Vinogradov
| Birthday | 08/31/1953 |
|---|---|
| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | Russia |
| First Flight | 08/05/1997 |
| Last Flight | 03/28/2013 |
Pavel Vladimirovich Vinogradov (Russian: Павел Владимирович Виноградов; born August 31, 1953 in Magadan, USSR) is a cosmonaut and former commander of the International Space Station....
Jeffrey Williams
| Birthday | 01/18/1958 |
|---|---|
| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 05/19/2000 |
| Last Flight | 03/18/2016 |
Jeffrey Nels Williams is a retired United States Army officer and a NASA astronaut. He is a veteran of four space flights and formerly held...
Marcos Pontes
| Birthday | 03/11/1963 |
|---|---|
| Role | Spaceflight Participant |
| Nationality | Brazil |
| First Flight | 03/30/2006 |
| Last Flight | 03/30/2006 |
Marcos Cesar Pontes (born March 11, 1963) is a Brazilian Air Force pilot, engineer, AEB astronaut and author. He became the first South American and...
About the Soyuz TMA-8 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Soyuz TMA-8 begins Expedition 13 by carrying 3 astronauts and cosmonauts to the International Space Station.
Russian Commander, cosmonaut Pavel Vinogradov alongside Flight Engineers, Jeffrey Williams (NASA) & spaceflight participant Marcos Pontes (Space Adventures) will launch aboard the Soyuz spacecraft from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan and then rendezvous with the station.
It landed on September 29, 2006, 01:13 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 |
|---|---|
| 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-8
Soyuz TMA-8 (Soyuz TMA 11F732A17 #218) 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-8 was a Soyuz spacecraft which launched on 30 March 2006 02:30 UTC. It transported two members of the Expedition 13 crew and one participant to the International Space Station. The Expedition 13 crew consisted of Pavel Vinogradov and Jeffrey Williams. The participant was Brazilian Marcos Pontes. 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 #218 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | International Space Station |
| Maiden Flight | 10/30/2002 |
| Mission End | 9/29/2006 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 333 |
| Failed | 11 |
| Pending | 4 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz Soyuz TMA-8 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz Soyuz TMA-8 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz Soyuz TMA-8 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 Soyuz TMA-8 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-8 mission?
The Soyuz TMA-8 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-8 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz Soyuz TMA-8 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-8 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-8 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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