International Space Station

Expedition 72

Vehicle: Falcon 9 | Launch Site: Baikonur Cosmodrome / Kennedy Space Center

Expedition 72 mission operations

Mission Overview

ISS Expedition 72 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 72 launch operations photography

Official NASA historical record photography for Expedition 72.