International Space Station

Expedition 40

Vehicle: Soyuz / Space Shuttle | Launch Site: Baikonur Cosmodrome / Kennedy Space Center

Expedition 40 mission operations

Mission Overview

ISS Expedition 40 represented an ongoing segment of continuous human habitation in low Earth orbit. The crew conducted microgravity research, maintained the station systems, and hosted visiting commercial supply spacecraft. This expedition contributed to our understanding of long-duration space habitation, preparing humanity for future deep-space voyages.

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Expedition 40 launch operations photography

Official NASA historical record photography for Expedition 40.