A New Crew Heads to the Space Station on Thanksgiving

Launch Details:

• Date: Thanksgiving morning
• Time: 4:27 a.m. EST
• Live Coverage: Starting at 3:30 a.m. EST on NASA's YouTube channel

Crew Members:

• NASA Astronaut: Chris Williams
• Cosmonauts: Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergey Mikayev

Mission Highlights:

• First Spaceflight: Williams and Mikayev
• Experienced Cosmonaut: Kud-Sverchkov (previously spent six months on the ISS)

Docking Information:

• Expected Docking Time: Around 7:38 a.m. EST
• Hatch Opening: Following docking, with welcome ceremonies later in the morning

Mission Duration:

• Approximate Stay: Eight months
• Expeditions: Contributing to Expeditions 73 and 74

Scientific Objectives:

• Workout System: Testing a new system for long-duration missions
• Cryogenic Fuel Efficiency: Improving efficiency
• Semiconductor Crystals: Growing crystals in space
• Re-entry Safety: Designing new protocols for future missions

International Collaboration:

• The ISS remains a hub for global cooperation and scientific progress.
• This mission underscores the continuous efforts to advance human space exploration and enhance life on Earth.