# Progress M-41

> Russian cargo spacecraft

**Wikidata**: [Q4379838](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4379838)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progress_M-41)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/progress-m-41

## Summary
Progress M-41 is a Russian cargo spacecraft used to resupply space stations.

## Key Facts
- It is a Progress-M series Russian cargo spacecraft.
- Launched on 1999-04-02 from Gagarin's Start.
- Used Soyuz-U as the launch vehicle.
- Has COSPAR ID 1999-015A.
- Follows Progress M-40 and is followed by Progress M-42.
- Atmospheric entry occurred on 1999-07-17.

### FAQs
### Q: What is Progress M-41?
A: Progress M-41 is a Russian cargo spacecraft used to resupply space stations.
### Q: When was Progress M-41 launched?
A: It was launched on 1999-04-02.
### Q: What rocket launched Progress M-41?
A: The Soyuz-U rocket was used for its launch.

## Why It Matters
Progress M-41 played a critical role in sustaining long-duration space missions by delivering essential supplies to space stations, such as the International Space Station. As part of the Progress-M series, it exemplified Russia's capability to maintain reliable cargo transportation for orbital infrastructure, ensuring continuity of scientific research and crew operations in space.

## Notable For
- It is a member of the Progress-M series, a key component of Russia's space station resupply program.
- Executed a launch from Gagarin's Start, demonstrating the facility's role in Russian space operations.
- Completed its mission with atmospheric entry on 1999-07-17, marking the end of its orbital service.

## Body
### Launch Details
- **Launch Date**: 1999-04-02  
- **Launch Site**: Gagarin's Start  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Soyuz-U  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1999-015A  

### Mission Timeline
- **Launch**: 1999-04-02  
- **Orbital Decay**: 1999-07-17 (atmospheric entry)  

### Series Context
- **Instance**: Progress-M  
- **Predecessor**: Progress M-40  
- **Successor**: Progress M-42  

### Technical Specifications
- **Country of Origin**: Russia  
- **Sitelink Count**: 4  

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## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report