Spacecraft on board Mr. Noguchi and others arrive at the International Space Station today November 17, 6:25
For the first time as a private spacecraft, the first "Crew Dragon", which has entered the operational stage, will be docked at the International Space Station on the afternoon of the 17th, carrying four Japanese astronauts, Soichi Noguchi and others. To do.
Noguchi and four others are planning to stay for a long time of about 6 months at the International Space Station.
The first spacecraft "Crew Dragon" of the American private company "SpaceX" will carry a total of four people, Japanese astronaut Soichi Noguchi and American astronaut, on the 16th of Japan time. It was launched.
Mr. Noguchi and his colleagues plan to rest in the "Crew Dragon", proceed with the procedure for approaching the International Space Station on the 17th of Japan time, and dock at around 1 pm.
The four Noguchis are supposed to open the hatch, enter the space station, and stay for about 6 months to conduct scientific experiments.
The "Crew Dragon" was developed by "SpaceX" with the support of NASA = US Aerospace Agency, and is the first private spacecraft to enter the operational stage, making a round trip between the United States and the space station. I will.
Mr. Noguchi is now the first Japanese aviator to board the "Space Shuttle" and "Soyuz" as well as the "Crew Dragon" and board three different types of spacecraft.