Baikonur Space Port Continues Prelaunch Processing of Two Progresses
OREANDA-NEWS. October 22, 2008. Tests of Progress M-01M and Progress M-366 continue at Baikonur. Progress M-01M was delivered to the acoustic chamber today. Specialists of the space entities perform tests of the vehicle`s RF systems, primarily, the Kurs system which is used for ISS docking.
Progress M-366 refueling system tests are carried out. Propellant components from the system tanks are to be transferred into the ISS tanks.
According to the schedule, Progress M-01M will start its mission to the ISS on Nov. 26, 2008. Progress M-366 launch is to take place on Feb. 2009.
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