“Progress MS-06” is getting ready for the launch from the Baikonur Cosmodrome

13.06.17

On June 11, a “Soyuz-2, 1a” rocket jointly with a cargo vehicle “Progress MS-06”started a prelaunch preparation on the platform №31 of the Baikonur Cosmodrome.

The plan presupposes a rocket analysis. On June 14, a special commission will evaluate its results and reach a decision regarding the complex’s launch into the space which will take place on the same day.

“Progress MS-06” has to deliver over 250 tons of cargo to the ISS. The cargo includes fuel components, food, water and equipment for experiments.

The spacecraft was sent to the assembly with a rocket on June 9. All the works were completed during a day and the complex was horizontally installed in the prelaunch transport system.