# Progress M-60

> Russian cargo spacecraft

**Wikidata**: [Q2425289](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2425289)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progress_M-60)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/progress-m-60

## Summary
Progress M-60 was a Russian cargo spacecraft launched in 2007 to resupply the International Space Station (ISS). It was part of the Progress-M class, designed to transport cargo, fuel, and supplies to space stations. The spacecraft operated for approximately four months before re-entering Earth's atmosphere in September 2007.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date**: May 12, 2007
- **COSPAR ID**: 2007-017A
- **Spacecraft Class**: Progress-M
- **Launch Vehicle**: Soyuz-U rocket
- **Preceded By**: Progress M-59
- **Followed By**: Progress M-61
- **Orbit Decay Date**: September 25, 2007
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN)**: 31393

## FAQs
### Q: When was Progress M-60 launched?
A: Progress M-60 was launched on May 12, 2007, using a Soyuz-U rocket from Gagarin's Start (Baikonur Cosmodrome).

### Q: What was the purpose of Progress M-60?
A: Its primary mission was to deliver cargo, fuel, and supplies to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Russia's resupply efforts.

### Q: How long did Progress M-60 remain in orbit?
A: The spacecraft remained in orbit for approximately four months, re-entering Earth's atmosphere on September 25, 2007.

## Why It Matters
Progress M-60 played a critical role in sustaining operations aboard the ISS by delivering essential resources to the crew. As part of the Progress-M series, it exemplified Russia's reliable and long-standing capability to support space station missions. Its successful launch and mission underscored the importance of robotic resupply vehicles in maintaining continuous human presence in space. The spacecraft's routine operations highlighted the dependability of the Soyuz-U launch vehicle and the Progress-M design, which were cornerstones of Russia's space logistics infrastructure during the 2000s.

## Notable For
- **Reliable Resupply Mission**: Successfully delivered cargo to the ISS, ensuring the crew's operational continuity.
- **Soyuz-U Launch Vehicle**: Utilized the Soviet-era Soyuz-U rocket, demonstrating the rocket's enduring utility despite its age.
- **Short Orbital Tenure**: Completed its mission in four months, typical of Progress-M spacecraft designed for temporary orbital operations.
- **Gagarin's Start Launch Site**: Launched from the historic Site No. 1 at Baikonur Cosmodrome, symbolizing Russia's continued use of legacy infrastructure.

## Body
### Mission Overview
Progress M-60 was a robotic cargo spacecraft tasked with resupplying the ISS. It carried cargo, propellant, and scientific equipment to support the station's crew and operations. The mission was part of Russia's obligations under the ISS program.

### Launch Details
- **Date**: May 12, 2007
- **Rocket**: Soyuz-U (a variant of the Soyuz rocket family)
- **Launch Site**: Gagarin's Start (Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan)
- **Payload**: Supplies for the ISS crew and station systems

### Spacecraft Specifications
- **Class**: Progress-M, a series of uncrewed spacecraft derived from the Soyuz design
- **COSPAR ID**: 2007-017A (international designation for satellite tracking)
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN)**: 31393 (U.S. Space Surveillance Network identifier)

### Orbital Decay
- **Re-entry Date**: September 25, 2007
- **Disposal Method**: Intentional deorbit over the Pacific Ocean, a standard procedure for Progress spacecraft to prevent space debris.

### Context
Progress M-60 followed the launch of Progress M-59 and preceded Progress M-61, reflecting the regular cadence of resupply missions to the ISS during this period. Its operations were typical of the Progress-M class, which conducted automated docking and undocking procedures with the station.

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## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013