# Progress M-67

> Russian cargo spacecraft

**Wikidata**: [Q2061264](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2061264)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progress_M-67)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/progress-m-67

## Summary
Progress M-67 was a Russian cargo spacecraft launched on July 24, 2009, to resupply space stations. It was part of the Progress-M series and was launched from Gagarin's Start using a Soyuz-U rocket. The spacecraft was decommissioned after atmospheric re-entry on September 27, 2009.

## Key Facts
- **Class**: Progress-M (cargo spacecraft for resupply missions)
- **Launch Date**: July 24, 2009
- **Launch Site**: Gagarin's Start
- **Launch Vehicle**: Soyuz-U
- **Deorbit Date**: September 27, 2009
- **Predecessor**: Progress M-02M
- **Successor**: Progress M-03M
- **COSPAR ID**: 2009-040A
- **Aliases**: プログレス34, 34P

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Progress M-67?
A: Progress M-67 was a Russian cargo spacecraft designed to deliver supplies to space stations, specifically the International Space Station (ISS).

### Q: Which rocket launched Progress M-67?
A: The spacecraft was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket from Gagarin's Start on July 24, 2009.

### Q: How long was Progress M-67 operational?
A: Progress M-67 was operational for approximately 2 months, from launch on July 24, 2009, until its deorbit on September 27, 2009.

### Q: What was the relationship between Progress M-67 and other Progress spacecraft?
A: Progress M-67 followed the Progress M-02M and was succeeded by the Progress M-03M, maintaining the sequence of cargo missions to the ISS.

### Q: What was the significance of Progress M-67's deorbit?
A: The deorbit on September 27, 2009, marked the end of Progress M-67's mission, after which it re-entered Earth's atmosphere.

## Why It Matters
Progress M-67 played a crucial role in maintaining the International Space Station (ISS) with essential supplies, including food, water, oxygen, and scientific equipment. As part of the Progress-M series, it was a vital component of Russia's efforts to support long-duration space missions. The spacecraft's successful launch and deorbit demonstrated the reliability of the Soyuz-U rocket and the Progress resupply system. Its mission contributed to the continuous operation of the ISS, ensuring the well-being of astronauts and the success of scientific research in orbit.

## Notable For
- **Part of the Progress-M series**: A dedicated cargo spacecraft for resupply missions.
- **Soyuz-U launch**: Utilized the reliable Soyuz-U rocket for its mission.
- **Short operational lifespan**: Completed its resupply mission in just over two months.
- **Sequential mission**: Followed Progress M-02M and preceded Progress M-03M.
- **Atmospheric re-entry**: Safely deorbited on September 27, 2009.

## Body
### Mission Overview
Progress M-67 was launched on July 24, 2009, from Gagarin's Start using a Soyuz-U rocket. It was part of the Progress-M series, designed to deliver supplies to the International Space Station (ISS). The spacecraft carried approximately 2,600 kilograms of cargo, including food, water, oxygen, and scientific equipment.

### Launch and Operations
- **Launch Date**: July 24, 2009
- **Launch Vehicle**: Soyuz-U
- **Launch Site**: Gagarin's Start
- **Cargo Capacity**: Approximately 2,600 kg

### Deorbit and End of Mission
Progress M-67 completed its mission and re-entered Earth's atmosphere on September 27, 2009. The spacecraft was decommissioned after its deorbit, marking the end of its operational lifespan.

### Relationship to Other Missions
- **Predecessor**: Progress M-02M
- **Successor**: Progress M-03M

## Schema Markup
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## References

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