<a href=NEWS.rin.ru'><a href=NEWS.rin.ru'> NEWS.rin.ru 
13 of May, 12:22

The launch of a Soyuz accident tore "Progress" The launch of manned spacecraft "Soyuz" was suspended in consequence of the tragedy of the cargo "Progress". The judgments of the security apparatus will not be displayed on orbit to check all the events of the crash of the space truck.

The launch of manned spacecraft "Soyuz TMA-17M" was to be held on may 26, however the wreck of the cargo ship "Progress M-27M" made in the projects own adjustments. Now it is expected that a start will be made in the period from 23 to 25 July. By this time, according to the adherents of the space industry, will become the causes of the crash and pre-launch regular cargo ship.

"Date of launch of Soyuz TMA-17M (adjusted in connection with the loss of the cargo ship "Progress M-27M". Starting a "window" defined 23-25 July, approximately 3 weeks after the first trial run of a new "truck", - quotes "Interfax" the adept of the space industry.

The transfer, according to his statement, was required to ensure the safety of the flight - by this term must be installed cause of the crash of "Progress". It also means that the current ISS crew, which according to the calculations had to return to Earth on may 14, will have to stay in orbit until 11 June.
sections: Politics, Accidents

    Copyright © RIN 2005-