ROSCOSMOS Soyuz TM-33 Soyuz U
Meet the Astronaut Crew
Viktor Afanasyev
| Birthday | 12/31/1948 |
|---|---|
| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | Russia |
| First Flight | 12/02/1990 |
| Last Flight | 10/21/2001 |
Viktor Mikhailovich Afanasyev Russian: Виктор Михайлович Афанасьев; born 31 December 1948) is a colonel in the Russian Air Force and a test cosmonaut of the...
Konstantin Kozeyev
| Birthday | 12/01/1967 |
|---|---|
| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | Russia |
| First Flight | 10/21/2001 |
| Last Flight | 10/21/2001 |
Konstantin Mirovich Kozeyev (Russian: Константин Мирович Козеев) is a retired Russian cosmonaut. He flew as Flight Engineer on Soyuz TM-33 in 2001.
Claudie Haigneré
| Birthday | 05/13/1957 |
|---|---|
| Role | Flight Engineer |
| Nationality | France |
| First Flight | 08/17/1996 |
| Last Flight | 10/21/2001 |
Claudie André-Deshays Haigneré (born 13 May 1957) is a French former astronaut with the Centre National d'Études Spatiales and the European Space Agency. She was...
About the Soyuz TM-33 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
Soyuz TM-33 was a visiting mission to ISS, which carried 3 cosmonauts and astronauts.
Russian Commander, cosmonaut Viktor Afanasyev alongside Flight Engineer, ESA astronaut Claudie Haigneré and Flight Engineer/Spaceflight Participant, Konstantin Kozeyev launched aboard the Soyuz spacecraft on October 21, 2001, 08:59:35 UTC. They docked with the station two days later. During their stay there, crew assisted Expedition 3 members in station work.
Soyuz TM-33 crew returned aboard Soyuz TM-32, landing safely back on Earth on October 31, 2001, 05:00:00 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.
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
Soyuz TM-33
Soyuz TM-33 (Soyuz TM 11F732A51 #207) was the spacecraft used for this mission. It is a ROSCOSMOS Capsule designed for Manned and Cargo ISS & Mir Logistics, Lifeboat and traveled to International Space Station.
Soyuz TM-33 was a Soyuz spacecraft which launched on 21 October 2001 08:59 UTC. It transported three astronauts to the International Space Station. The crew consisted of Viktor Afanasyev, Claudie Haigneré, and Konstantin Kozeyev. 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. 180 days while docked
| Type | Capsule |
|---|---|
| Agency | ROSCOSMOS |
| Serial Number | Soyuz TM 11F732A51 #207 |
| Status | Single Use |
| Destination | International Space Station |
| Maiden Flight | 5/21/1986 |
| Mission End | 5/5/2002 |
| 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 U Soyuz TM-33 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U Soyuz TM-33 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U Soyuz TM-33 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 Soyuz TM-33 mission?
The Soyuz TM-33 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 Soyuz TM-33 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz U Soyuz TM-33 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 Soyuz TM-33 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 Soyuz TM-33 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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