# Progress 30

> Soviet uncrewed Progress cargo spacecraft

**Wikidata**: [Q10639642](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10639642)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progress_30)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/progress-30

## Summary
Progress 30 was a Soviet uncrewed Progress cargo spacecraft launched on May 19, 1987, using a Soyuz-U2 rocket from Gagarin's Start. As part of the Progress 7K-TG class, it served as a resupply vehicle for Soviet space missions.

## Key Facts
- Progress 30 was a Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft launched on May 19, 1987
- It belonged to the Progress 7K-TG class of spacecraft
- The launch occurred from Gagarin's Start using a Soyuz-U2 carrier rocket
- Its COSPAR identification number is 1987-044A
- It has a System Catalog Number (SCN) of 17999
- The spacecraft is indexed in both English and Swedish Wikipedia
- It is represented in Wolfram Language as Entity["Satellite", "17999"]
- It has a Google Knowledge Graph ID of /g/11dykdb9n

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Progress 30?
A: Progress 30 was a Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft designed to resupply Soviet space stations or other space missions with equipment, supplies, and other materials needed for space operations.

### Q: When and where was Progress 30 launched?
A: Progress 30 was launched on May 19, 1987, from Gagarin's Start facility using a Soyuz-U2 carrier rocket.

### Q: What class of spacecraft did Progress 30 belong to?
A: Progress 30 was an instance of the Progress 7K-TG class, which were Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft used for resupply missions.

## Why It Matters
Progress 30 represents a critical component of Soviet space logistics during the late 1980s, when maintaining a continuous presence in space required regular resupply missions. As part of the Progress spacecraft program, it played an essential role in supporting Soviet space stations and other space operations by delivering crucial supplies, equipment, and scientific instruments that could not be launched with crewed missions. The reliability of Progress spacecraft like Progress 30 was fundamental to the success of long-duration Soviet space missions and contributed to valuable research in microgravity environments.

## Notable For
- Launched on May 19, 1987, as part of the Soviet Progress cargo spacecraft program
- One of the Progress 7K-TG class spacecraft specifically designed for uncrewed resupply missions
- Utilized the Soyuz-U2 launch vehicle, a specialized carrier rocket for cargo missions
- Identified by COSPAR ID 1987-044A, making it trackable in international space registries

## Body
### Technical Specifications
Progress 30 was a Soviet uncrewed cargo spacecraft belonging to the Progress 7K-TG class. The spacecraft had the System Catalog Number (SCN) 17999 and was identified internationally by its COSPAR ID 1987-044A. It was designed specifically for resupply missions to Soviet space stations and other space operations.

### Mission Profile
The mission began with a successful launch on May 19, 1987, from the Gagarin's Start launch facility. The spacecraft was carried into orbit by a Soyuz-U2 carrier rocket, which was specifically optimized for cargo missions rather than crewed flights. As part of the Progress program, Progress 30 was tasked with delivering essential supplies, equipment, and scientific instruments to support ongoing Soviet space operations.

### Classification and Documentation
In space cataloging systems, Progress 30 is documented as a distinct satellite entity. It has entries in both English and Swedish Wikipedia, demonstrating its recognition in international space documentation. The spacecraft is also represented in Wolfram Language as Entity["Satellite", "17999"] and has a Google Knowledge Graph ID of /g/11dykdb9n, making it accessible in major space-related databases.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report