# Progress 22

> Soviet uncrewed Progress cargo spacecraft

**Wikidata**: [Q10639633](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10639633)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progress_22)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/progress-22

## Summary
Progress 22 is a Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft that was launched on May 28, 1984. It belongs to the Progress 7K-TG class and was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31.

## Key Facts
- Progress 22 is a Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft with the space catalog number 14996.
- It was launched on May 28, 1984 from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31.
- The spacecraft was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket, a design variant of the Soyuz spacecraft.
- Progress 22 belongs to the Progress 7K-TG class of Soviet uncrewed spacecraft.
- Its COSPAR ID is 1984-051A.
- The entity has 2 sitelinks on Wikipedia in English and Swedish languages.
- It is part of the Google Knowledge Graph with ID /g/11dyj5l9k.
- In Wolfram Language, it's referenced as Entity["Satellite", "14996"].

## FAQs
### Q: What is Progress 22?
A: Progress 22 is a Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft launched on May 28, 1984. It belongs to the Progress 7K-TG class and was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31.

### Q: When and where was Progress 22 launched?
A: Progress 22 was launched on May 28, 1984 from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31.

### Q: What type of rocket was used to launch Progress 22?
A: Progress 22 was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket, which is a design variant of the Soyuz spacecraft.

### Q: What is the significance of Progress 22 in space exploration?
A: As a Progress cargo spacecraft, Progress 22 was designed to resupply space stations and carry cargo including propellant, water, food, and equipment for astronauts in orbit. These missions were crucial for maintaining human presence in space.

### Q: How is Progress 22 classified?
A: Progress 22 is classified as a Progress 7K-TG type of Soviet uncrewed spacecraft, specifically designed for cargo transportation to space stations.

## Why It Matters
Progress 22 represents an important part of the Soviet space program's cargo transportation capabilities during the 1980s. As a Progress spacecraft, it contributed to the logistics of maintaining human presence in space by delivering essential supplies to space stations. These uncrewed cargo missions were vital for the continuous operation of space stations like Salyut and later Mir, carrying propellant, water, food, scientific equipment, and other necessities. The reliability and regularity of Progress missions helped establish sustainable human habitation in space, laying the groundwork for future long-duration space missions and international cooperation in space exploration.

## Notable For
- Being a Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft in the Progress series
- Launched on May 28, 1984 from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31
- Utilizing a Soyuz-U rocket as its launch vehicle
- Belonging to the Progress 7K-TG class of spacecraft
- Having the space catalog number 14996 and COSPAR ID 1984-051A

## Body
### Overview
Progress 22 is a Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft that was part of the Progress series, which played a crucial role in supplying space stations with necessary resources. The spacecraft belongs to the Progress 7K-TG class, specifically designed for uncrewed cargo transportation missions.

### Technical Specifications
- Class: Progress 7K-TG (Soviet uncrewed spacecraft)
- Space Catalog Number (SCN): 14996
- COSPAR ID: 1984-051A
- Wikipedia languages: English, Swedish
- Sitelink count: 2

### Mission Details
- Launch date: May 28, 1984
- Launch location: Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31
- Launch vehicle: Soyuz-U (Soyuz rocket design variant - Universal)
- Country of origin: Soviet Union
- Significant event: Rocket launch on May 28, 1984, from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31

### Data References
- SCN reference: Q6272367
- COSPAR ID reference: Q169514
- Instance of reference: Q6272367
- Launch date reference: Q6272367
- Start point reference: Q6272367
- Launch vehicle reference: Q6272367
- Significant event reference: Q6272367

### Digital Presence
- Wikipedia title: Progress 22
- Google Knowledge Graph ID: /g/11dyj5l9k
- Wolfram Language Entity Code: Entity["Satellite", "14996"]

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report