"This part connects the ship and the rocket. Mechanically connects the Soyuz MS-24 with the head fairing, and also ensures the integration of the command interface of the ship into the onboard control system of the rocket, "the state corporation said in a statement.

It is noted that before docking, the ship was weighed and preparations for stowage were completed.

Earlier, Roscosmos specialists began refueling the Soyuz MS-24 manned spacecraft with fuel and compressed gases.

On August 25, it was reported that Roscosmos recommended the main and backup crews of the manned spacecraft.