# Progress M-44

> Russian cargo spacecraft

**Wikidata**: [Q4379843](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4379843)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progress_M-44)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/progress-m-44

## Summary
Progress M-44 is a Russian cargo spacecraft launched on February 26, 2001, from Gagarin's Start using a Soyuz-U rocket. It belongs to the Progress-M class of spacecraft designed specifically for resupplying space stations.

## Key Facts
- Instance of: Progress-M class spacecraft
- Launch date: February 26, 2001
- Launch vehicle: Soyuz-U
- Launch site: Gagarin's Start
- Predecessor: Progress M1-4
- Successor: Progress M1-6
- COSPAR ID: 2001-008A
- Orbit decay date: April 16, 2001
- SCN: 26713
- Alternative names: Progress 3, 3P

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Progress M-44?
A: Progress M-44 was a Russian cargo spacecraft designed to resupply space stations. As part of the Progress-M class, it carried supplies such as propellant, water, food, and scientific equipment to orbital facilities.

### Q: When and where was Progress M-44 launched?
A: Progress M-44 was launched on February 26, 2001, from Gagarin's Start. It was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket as its launch vehicle.

### Q: How long did Progress M-44 remain in space?
A: Progress M-44 remained in space for approximately 49 days. It entered Earth's atmosphere and decayed from orbit on April 16, 2001, after completing its resupply mission.

### Q: What identification codes does Progress M-44 have?
A: Progress M-44 has multiple identification codes including COSPAR ID 2001-008A, SCN 26713, and freebase ID /m/064jxc2.

## Why It Matters
Progress M-44 represents a critical component in Russia's space logistics infrastructure for sustaining human presence in space. As a cargo spacecraft, it played a vital role in supporting space station operations by delivering essential supplies and maintaining the station's orbital position. The Progress-M series, of which Progress M-44 is a part, has been the backbone of Russian space resupply missions for decades, demonstrating the reliability and effectiveness of this spacecraft class. By ensuring a steady supply chain to space stations, Progress M-44 contributed to the ongoing scientific research and human exploration activities in low Earth orbit.

## Notable For
- Successful completion of a space resupply mission with proper orbital insertion and controlled decay.
- Part of the long-standing Progress-M series of cargo spacecraft used by Russia.
- Launched using the Soyuz-U rocket, a proven launch vehicle variant with extensive history.
- One of the Progress-M spacecraft supporting space station operations and resupply missions.

## Body
### Mission Overview
Progress M-44 was a Russian cargo spacecraft launched on February 26, 2001. It belonged to the Progress-M class of spacecraft, which are used to resupply space stations. The spacecraft was launched from Gagarin's Start using a Soyuz-U rocket. After completing its resupply mission, the spacecraft entered Earth's atmosphere and decayed from orbit on April 16, 2001.

### Specifications and Identification
- Class: Progress-M
- Launch date: February 26, 2001
- Launch vehicle: Soyuz-U
- Launch site: Gagarin's Start
- Orbital decay date: April 16, 2001
- Mission duration: Approximately 49 days
- COSPAR ID: 2001-008A
- SCN: 26713
- Freebase ID: /m/064jxc2
- Wolfram Language entity code: Entity["Satellite", "26713"]

### Alternative Names
- プログレス3 (Progress 3)
- 3P

### Sequence and Related Entities
- Predecessor: Progress M1-4
- Successor: Progress M1-6
- Related class: Progress-M
- Related launch vehicle: Soyuz-U

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## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report