ROSCOSMOS Progress M-28 Soyuz U
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.
ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U Rocket
| Length | 51.1 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.0 m |
| Stages | 2-3 |
| Launch Mass | 313.0 T |
| LEO Capacity | 6,900 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 5/18/1973 |
Mission Spacecraft
Progress M-28
Progress M-28 (Progress M-28 (No.228)) was the spacecraft used for this mission. It is a ROSCOSMOS Cargo Resupply designed for ISS & Mir Logistics, ISS & Mir Orbit Raising and traveled to Mir.
Progress M-28 (Russian: Прогресс М-28), was a Progress spacecraft used to resupply the space station Mir. Progress is derived from the manned Soyuz spacecraft and is launched on the same vehicle, a Soyuz rocket.
The purpose of Progress is to deliver supplies needed to sustain human presence in orbit. Currently it is used as a re-supply spacecraft for the ISS. 6 Months docked
| Type | Cargo Resupply |
|---|---|
| Agency | ROSCOSMOS |
| Serial Number | Progress M-28 (No.228) |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | Mir |
| Maiden Flight | 8/23/1989 |
| Mission End | 9/4/1995 |
| Flights | 1 |
| Human Rated | No |
| Height | 7.2 m |
| Diameter | 2.7 m |
| Payload Capacity | 2,600 kg |
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 U this mission launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U this mission launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U this mission mission launch from?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U 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 this mission mission?
The this mission mission launched aboard a ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U rocket. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U this mission launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U this mission 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 U this mission launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the this mission 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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