Roscosmos Announces Manual Rendezvous Procedure for Progress MS-33

A Russian Progress cargo spacecraft, Progress MS-33, is heading to the International Space Station (ISS) but will have to be docked manually after its automated rendezvous antenna failed to deploy following launch. According to Roscosmos, the spacecraft is still on course and will use the TORU backup system for docking. The cargo vehicle is carrying supplies, including food, fuel, and water, for the ISS crew, which includes seven members. The docking is scheduled for March 24, 2026, and will be guided by ISS commander Sergei Kud-Sverchkov. This incident highlights the importance of backup systems in space missions and the capabilities of the TORU system, which is designed for emergency situations. (AeroTime)