PAD31/6
SITEBaikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan →ORBITLow Earth Orbit
TYPEHuman Exploration
PROGRAMSoyuz
MISSION OVERVIEW
Soyuz MS-27 will carry two cosmonauts and one astronaut to the International Space Station aboard the Soyuz spacecraft from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The crew consists of Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov, Alexey Zubritsky, and NASA astronaut Jonathan “Jonny” Kim.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Soyuz 2.1aMISSION
Soyuz MS-27
MISSION TYPE
Human Exploration
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
31/6LAUNCH SITE
Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of KazakhstanPROGRAM
Soyuz
COUNTRY
RUS
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMED
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: a3c9c47e-976e-40a5-8889-30c407131e3a
Reported date: Apr 8, 2025 at 05:47 UTC
Last synced: 13 hours ago
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
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SOYUZ MS — SOYUZ MS-27
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1FLIGHTS
International Space StationDESTINATION
Single UseSTATUS
Spacecraft launched to the ISS in March 2025.
CREW MANIFEST
Sergey RyzhikovCommander
Alexey ZubritskyFlight Engineer
Jonny KimFlight Engineer
VEHICLE — Soyuz 2.1a →
MANUFACTURER
Progress Rocket Space Center
FLIGHTS
56
SUCCESSES
55
SUCCESS RATE
98.2%
The Soyuz 2.1A converted the flight control system from analog to digital, which allowed launch from fixed platforms. It also allowed big fairings and payloads. It is currently used for crewed Soyuz and Progress flights to the ISS.
LAUNCH VIDEOS
ARTICLES & COVERAGE
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Soyuz 2.1a | Soyuz MS-27 launch?
The Soyuz 2.1a | Soyuz MS-27 is scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:47 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for Soyuz MS-27?
The Soyuz 2.1a | Soyuz MS-27 mission uses the Soyuz 2.1a rocket, manufactured by Progress Rocket Space Center. The Soyuz 2.1a has flown 56 times with a 98.2% success rate.
Where is the Soyuz 2.1a | Soyuz MS-27 launching from?
The launch takes place from 31/6 at Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan.
What orbit is Soyuz MS-27 going to?
The Soyuz MS-27 mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Soyuz MS-27?
The Soyuz 2.1a | Soyuz MS-27 is operated by Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS). It is part of the Soyuz program.
Can I watch the Soyuz 2.1a | Soyuz MS-27 launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Mar 25, 2026 00:36 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 25, 2026 00:36 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 8, 2025 at 05:47 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
Mar 25, 2026 00:36 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
Dec 10, 2025 16:02 UTC
NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim Returns to EarthThe Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft is seen as it lands in a remote area near the town of Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan on Dec. 9, 2025, with Expedition…
NASA
Dec 9, 2025 05:39 UTC
Soyuz MS-27 Back on Terra FirmaNASA astronaut Jonny Kim and his two Russian colleagues, Sergey Ryzhikov and Aleksey Zubritsky, have safely returned to Earth after eight months on the International…
SpacePolicyOnline.com
Dec 9, 2025 05:16 UTC
Soyuz Crew Lands Ending Eight-Month Space Research JourneyAt 12:03 a.m. EST (10:03 a.m. local time), the Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft made a parachute-assisted landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan, southeast of the town…
NASA
Dec 9, 2025 01:49 UTC
Soyuz Undocks from Station, Crew Heads for Earth ReturnAt 8:41 p.m. EST, the Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft undocked from the orbiting laboratoryu2019s Prichal module with NASA astronaut Jonny Kim and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov…
NASA
Dec 9, 2025 01:31 UTC
Live on NASA+: Soyuz Crew Undocking from Station SoonAt 5:10 p.m. EST, hatches closed between the Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft and the International Space Station in preparation for undocking and the return to Earth…
NASA
Dec 8, 2025 22:40 UTC
Hatches Closed, Crew Inside Soyuz Ready to DepartAt 5:10 p.m. EST, the hatch closed between the Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft and the International Space Station in preparation for undocking and return to Earth.
NASA
Dec 8, 2025 21:48 UTC
Live on NASA+: Three Crewmates Say Farewell, Set to Depart StationNASA astronaut Jonny Kim and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky will close the hatch between the Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft and the International Space…
NASA
Dec 7, 2025 05:02 UTC
ISS to change commanders before Soyuz crew leaves orbitLos Angeles CA (SPX) Dec 05, 2025 Expedition 73 will swap commanders this weekend before three crew members return to Earth on Monday. Expedition 74…
SpaceDaily
Dec 5, 2025 19:45 UTC
Crew Swaps Commanders on Sunday as Trio Packs for DepartureExpedition 73 will swap commanders this weekend before three crew members return to Earth on Monday. Expedition 74 officially begins once the home bound trio…
NASA
Dec 5, 2025 14:52 UTC
International Space Station prepares for new commander, heads into final five years of planned operationsNASA astronaut Mike Fincke will take command of the orbiting outpost as Expedition 74 begins with the undocking of Soyuz MS-27 on Monday, Dec. 8.…
Spaceflight Now
Dec 4, 2025 16:41 UTC
NASA Sets Coverage for Astronaut Jonny Kim, Crewmates ReturnNASA astronaut Jonny Kim, accompanied by Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, is preparing to depart the International Space Station aboard the Soyuz MS-27…
NASA
Apr 8, 2025 22:07 UTC
New International Crew Arrives at ISS on Soyuz MS-27The Soyuz MS-27 crew arrived at the International Space Station this morning to replace Soyuz MS-26, continuing the 24-year pattern of maintaining permanent human presence…
SpacePolicyOnline.com
Apr 8, 2025 11:55 UTC
Hatches Open, New Crew Enters Station and Begins Research MissionAt 7:28 a.m. EDT, the hatch opened between the International Space Station and the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft.
NASA
Apr 8, 2025 09:19 UTC
NASA Astronaut, Crewmates Arrive Safely at Space StationNASA astronaut Jonny Kim, accompanied by Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, arrived at the International Space Station on Tuesday, bringing the number of…
NASA
Apr 8, 2025 09:05 UTC
New Crew Docks to Station Aboard Soyuz SpacecraftAt 4:57 a.m. EDT, the Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft docked to the International Space Stationu2019s Prichal module. NASA astronaut Jonny Kim and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov…
NASA
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 13 hours ago
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Launch ID: a3c9c47e-976e-40a5-8889-30c407131e3a
●Spaceflight News API15 hours ago
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Mission Profile
Soyuz MS-27 was a Soyuz 2.1a mission operated by Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) that lifted off from 31/6, Baikonur Cosmodrome, Republic of Kazakhstan on April 8, 2025. The flight carried its payload on a human exploration mission to Low Earth Orbit. It was flown as part of the Soyuz program. The launch was a success.