Soyuz 2.1a | Progress MS-17 (78P)

The Soyuz 2.1a rocket will launch the Progress MS-17 cargo spacecraft, designated 78P, from the Baikonur Cosmodrome on June 29, 2021, at 23:27:20 UTC. The Progress MS-17 is a resupply mission to the International Space Station, carrying approximately 2,670 kilograms of cargo, including food, water, scientific equipment, and spare parts. This mission is crucial for maintaining the station's operations and supporting ongoing scientific research. The Soyuz 2.1a rocket is a variant of the Soyuz family, featuring a higher payload capacity and improved performance. This launch marks the 78th Progress mission to the ISS and will utilize a reused Soyuz 2.1a booster, contributing to the Russian space agency's efforts to reduce launch costs and improve launch efficiency.

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