Russian Progress spacecraft delivers 3 tons of cargo to the ISS (video)
A Russian Progress spacecraft delivered approximately 3 tons of cargo to the International Space Station, following an October 15 arrival by a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying 2,860 kg of supplies and equipment. While waiting for a Russian cargo ship on April 27, 2026, NASA astronaut Chris Williams photographed a fireball breaking apart over West Africa instead of the expected spacecraft. Meanwhile, astronauts outside the station began the final phase of a multi-year power system upgrade, and the Air Force tested rocket cargo concepts to resupply troops.
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- ✓ A Russian Progress spacecraft delivered approximately 3 tons of cargo to the International Space Station.
- ✓ A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft docked on October 15 with 2,860 kg of cargo.
- ✓ NASA astronaut Chris Williams photographed a fireball breaking apart over West Africa on April 27, 2026.
- ✓ Two astronauts stepped outside the International Space Station for the first of two spacewalks to complete a power system upgrade.
What changed
While awaiting a Russian cargo ship on April 27, 2026, a NASA astronaut photographed a fireball breaking apart over Africa instead of the expected spacecraft.
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Russian Progress Spacecraft Delivers 3 Tons of Cargo to the ISS
A Russian Progress spacecraft delivered approximately 3 tons of cargo to the International Space Station, following an October 15 arrival by a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying 2,860 kg of supplies and equipment. While waiting for a Russian cargo ship on April 27, 2026, NASA astronaut Chris Williams photographed a fireball breaking apart over West Africa instead of the expected spacecraft. Meanwhile, astronauts outside the station began the final phase of a multi-year power system upgrade, and the Air Force tested rocket cargo concepts to resupply troops.
Why it matters
Resupply missions are critical to maintaining the operations and crew needs of the International Space Station. These deliveries arrive alongside ongoing maintenance efforts, such as the multi-year power system upgrade requiring two spacewalks one week apart. Space agencies and military branches continue to explore rapid delivery methods, including rocket cargo initiatives designed to resupply deployed troops.
What is confirmed
- A Russian Progress spacecraft delivered approximately 3 tons of cargo to the International Space Station.
- A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft docked on October 15 with 2,860 kg of cargo.
- NASA astronaut Chris Williams photographed a fireball breaking apart over West Africa on April 27, 2026.
- Two astronauts stepped outside the International Space Station for the first of two spacewalks to complete a power system upgrade.
Still unconfirmed
- The fireball photographed by NASA astronaut Chris Williams was related to the expected arrival of the Russian cargo spacecraft.
What to watch next
- Completion of the second spacewalk for the power system upgrade
- Further updates on the specific contents of the Progress spacecraft cargo
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Russian Progress spacecraft delivers 3 tons of cargo to ISS
A Russian Progress spacecraft has delivered approximately 3 tons of cargo to the International Space Station. This delivery follows recent arrivals, including a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft that docked on October 15 with 2,860 kg of cargo. The shipments contain various supplies and equipment for the station's crew. Details about the specific contents of the Progress spacecraft's cargo are not provided.
Why it matters
The International Space Station receives regular cargo shipments from various spacecraft, including those from Russia and the US. These deliveries are crucial for sustaining the station's operations and supporting its crew. Recent deliveries have included biological research tools, solar arrays, and other essential materials.
What is confirmed
- The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft docked with the International Space Station on October 15, 2026, delivering 2,860 kg of cargo.
- The Russian Progress spacecraft delivered approximately 3 tons of cargo to the ISS.
What to watch next
- The next scheduled cargo delivery to the ISS
- Details about the specific contents of the Progress spacecraft's cargo
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SpaceX Dragon delivers biological experiments and solar arrays to ISS
A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft docked with the International Space Station on October 15, delivering 2,860 kg of cargo. The shipment includes biological research tools such as 3D heart tissue, tiny brain models, and artificial retina technology. These experiments aim to find treatments for brain diseases and restore vision. The delivery also contains the final upgraded solar arrays for the station and materials to create specialized glass in microgravity. This arrival follows the recent departure of a Cygnus XL craft and the arrival of the Crew-13 mission.
Why it matters
The CRS-35 mission is the 35th Commercial Resupply Services flight for NASA. It utilizes a Falcon 9 rocket to transport science gear and vital supplies. These missions maintain the station's operational capacity and support long-term medical research.
What is confirmed
- The SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft docked with the International Space Station on October 15.
- The mission delivered 2,860 kg of cargo.
- The shipment included 6,300 pounds of supplies and science gear.
Still unconfirmed
- The cargo includes tiny brain models, 3D heart tissue, and technology for artificial retinas.
- The shipment contains the station's final upgraded solar arrays and materials for creating unusual glass.
What to watch next
- Results from the brain disease and eyesight restoration experiments.
- Installation and activation of the final upgraded solar arrays.
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SpaceX CRS-35 Cargo Dragon reaches International Space Station
SpaceX delivered more than 3 tons of cargo to the International Space Station via the CRS-35 mission. The cargo Dragon vehicle arrived on October 15 after a two-day chase following its October 13 launch on a Falcon 9 rocket. This delivery marks the 35th Commercial Resupply Services mission for NASA. The arrival follows the recent departure of a private Cygnus XL craft and the arrival of the Crew-13 mission. NASA provided live coverage of the docking sequence starting at 15:00 UTC.
Why it matters
This mission is the second Dragon flight to the station in less than two weeks. Frequent resupply flights maintain the orbiting laboratory's operational capacity. These missions transition the station between different private cargo providers.
What is confirmed
- SpaceX launched the CRS-35 cargo Dragon mission on October 13.
- The CRS-35 mission delivered more than 3 tons of cargo to the International Space Station.
- The cargo Dragon reached the station on October 15.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of cargo unloading completion
- Details on the specific contents of the 3 tons of supplies
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SpaceX Cargo Dragon CRS-35 Arrives at ISS
SpaceX delivers more than 6,000 pounds of cargo to the International Space Station via its CRS-35 cargo Dragon spacecraft. The vehicle reaches the orbiting laboratory today, October 15, following a two-day chase. NASA schedules live coverage of the approach and docking procedure starting at 15:00 UTC. This mission follows the recent departure of a private Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft and the arrival of the SpaceX Crew-13 mission. Viewers can watch the live stream of the rendezvous events online as the cargo spacecraft completes its final approach to the station.
Why it matters
Regular cargo deliveries are essential for maintaining station operations, scientific experiments, and crew supplies aboard the orbiting laboratory. This resupply mission arrives shortly after crew rotation activities, which included the launch of SpaceX Crew-13 and the departure of long-duration crew members from the SpaceX Crew-12 mission. Commercial resupply providers like SpaceX and Northrop Grumman handle the logistics of keeping the station fully provisioned.
What is confirmed
- SpaceX's CRS-35 cargo Dragon delivers more than 6,000 pounds of cargo to the International Space Station on October 15.
- The CRS-35 cargo Dragon reaches the station today after a two-day chase.
- NASA and Next2Space schedule coverage of the SpaceX CRS-35 approach and docking to the space station on October 15 at 15:00 UTC.
Still unconfirmed
- The exact docking time of the CRS-35 spacecraft may vary slightly based on final orbital maneuvers.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of successful physical docking between the CRS-35 Dragon and the International Space Station.
- Release of detailed manifests outlining the specific scientific experiments and supplies delivered on the CRS-35 mission.
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Private Cygnus XL Departs International Space Station
A private Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft departs the International Space Station following earlier resupply and crew rotation operations. The departure follows the arrival of SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts, including NASA crew members Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov. These astronauts arrived at the orbiting laboratory less than eight hours after launching on October 1, docking at the Harmony module. Meanwhile, the four members of the SpaceX Crew-12 mission prepared to depart the station on October 7 after spending nearly 10 months in space.
Why it matters
Cargo missions and crew rotations maintain operations aboard the orbiting laboratory. The SpaceX Crew-13 flight followed a Russian Progress resupply delivery that brought three tons of supplies and personal packages to the station. Crew-12 members concluded their extended mission after launching earlier on February 13.
What is confirmed
- A Russian Progress cargo spacecraft delivered three tons of supplies and personal packages to the International Space Station.
- SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts docked at the Harmony module less than eight hours after launching on October 1.
- The Crew-13 mission carried NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov.
- SpaceX Crew-12 astronauts prepared to head home on October 7 after spending nearly 10 months off Earth since their launch on February 13.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of the successful completion and splashdown or disposal of the Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft.
- Updates on future commercial resupply missions to the space station.
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- www.space.com — Watch private Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft leave the International Space Station today
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Russian Progress Spacecraft Delivers Cargo to ISS Ahead of Crew Changes
A Russian Progress cargo spacecraft recently delivered three tons of supplies and personal packages to the International Space Station. This resupply operation preceded the arrival of SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts, who docked at the Harmony module less than eight hours after launching on October 1. The Crew-13 mission carried NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov. Meanwhile, the four astronauts of the SpaceX Crew-12 mission prepared to head home on October 7 after spending nearly 10 months off Earth since their launch on February 13.
Why it matters
Orbital station operations require a continuous rotation of cargo deliveries and crew transport missions to sustain human presence in space. Resupply vehicles like the Russian Progress spacecraft provide essential provisions and personal items for orbiting personnel. Concurrently, the arrival and departure of crewed vehicles manage the station population and reset mission durations.
What is confirmed
- The SpaceX Crew-12 astronauts have been off Earth since Feb. 13.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of the successful return to Earth of the SpaceX Crew-12 astronauts after their nearly 10-month mission.
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Russian Progress Spacecraft Delivers Cargo to ISS
A Russian cargo spacecraft recently delivered three tons of supplies and personal packages to the International Space Station for the crew currently living in orbit. This resupply mission preceded the arrival of SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts, who docked their vehicle at the forward port of the Harmony module less than eight hours after launch. The Crew-13 mission set a speed record for a United States spacecraft, transporting NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov to the orbital outpost on October 1.
Why it matters
The delivery of three tons of cargo by the Russian spacecraft maintains the operational logistics and resupply pipeline required for the orbiting laboratory. This cargo flight accompanied a busy period of station traffic that included the record-setting arrival of the SpaceX Crew-13 mission. Maintaining regular cargo deliveries is vital for sustaining the multi-national crew and ongoing scientific operations aboard the complex.
What is confirmed
- A Russian cargo spacecraft delivered three tons of supplies and personal packages to the International Space Station for the current crew.
- SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts docked at the International Space Station less than eight hours after launch, setting a speed record for a United States spacecraft.
- NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov arrived at the orbital outpost on October 1.
- The Crew-13 vehicle attached to the forward port of the Harmony module.
What to watch next
- Future cargo missions to the International Space Station
- Subsequent crew rotations and dockings at the Harmony module port
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SpaceX Crew-13 Reaches International Space Station in Record Time
SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts docked at the International Space Station less than eight hours after launch, setting a speed record for a United States spacecraft. NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov arrived at the orbital outpost at 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on October 1, attaching their vehicle to the forward port of the Harmony module. This rapid transit follows recent resupply activity at the station, where a Russian cargo spacecraft delivered three tons of supplies and personal packages for the crew currently living in orbit.
Why it matters
The rapid transit flight expands operational capabilities for ferrying personnel to the orbiting laboratory. Crew-13 builds upon ongoing routine traffic to the station, which recently received cargo delivered by a visiting vehicle identified by NASA as Progress 96 and by other reports as Progress MS-35. Cosmonaut Anna Kikina previously unpacked that cargo vessel, which carried food, fuel, and experimental equipment.
What is confirmed
- SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts reached the International Space Station less than eight hours after launch.
- The Crew-13 mission set a new speed record for a United States spacecraft.
- NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, CSA astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Teteryatnikov arrived at the station at 7 p.m. EDT.
- The Crew-13 spacecraft docked to the Harmony module's forward port.
What to watch next
- Further updates on the Crew-13 mission activities aboard the International Space Station.
- Integration of the newly arrived crew members into ongoing orbital experiments.
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Russian Cargo Ship Delivers Supplies to Space Station
A Russian cargo spacecraft successfully docked at the International Space Station to deliver supplies to the orbital outpost. While NASA identifies the visiting vehicle as Progress 96 and other reports refer to it as Progress MS-35, the mission provides essential resupply for the crew currently on board. Russian cosmonaut Anna Kikina has already begun unpacking the cargo vessel. The delivery contains food, fuel, and equipment for experiments, including personal packages from friends and family for the seven astronauts currently in orbit.
Why it matters
The resupply mission follows recent repairs at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, which remains the primary launch site used by Moscow to send crews and cargo to the International Space Station after a launch pad suffered damage in November. The arrival coincides with preparations for the Crew-13 mission. Roscosmos oversees these Russian spaceflight programs under the leadership of director Dmitry Bakanov.
What is confirmed
- A Russian Progress cargo spacecraft docked at the International Space Station with resupply cargo.
- NASA identifies the cargo vehicle as Progress 96, while other reports refer to it as Progress MS-35.
- Russian cosmonaut Anna Kikina demonstrated the unpacking of the spacecraft, which brought food, fuel, and experiment equipment.
What to watch next
- Progress cargo unloading operations and experiments utilization
- Crew-13 mission activities following quarantine and arrival procedures
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Russian Progress Spacecraft Docks with International Space Station
A Russian Progress cargo spacecraft has docked with the International Space Station to resupply the crew. The shipment includes 3 tons of cargo. While NASA identifies the vehicle as Progress 96, other reports refer to it as Progress MS-35. The arrival occurs as Crew-13 begins a quarantine period. The spacecraft successfully completed its approach and docking sequence to provide essential supplies to the orbital outpost.
Why it matters
Cargo ships like the Progress series are vital for maintaining ISS operations by delivering food, fuel, and equipment. Regular resupply missions ensure the station remains habitable for long-term crew rotations. This specific mission follows a period of scheduling adjustments.
What is confirmed
- A Russian Progress spacecraft delivered 3 tons of cargo to the ISS.
- NASA identifies the resupply vehicle as Progress 96.
- The Progress cargo ship has docked with the International Space Station.
Still unconfirmed
- The docked spacecraft is named Progress MS-35.
- The mission is designated Progress M-25 and was delayed by a Soyuz anomaly.
- Crew-13 has entered quarantine.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of the specific spacecraft designation among conflicting reports.
- Details on the contents of the 3 tons of delivered cargo.
- Status update on the Crew-13 quarantine period.
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