Soyuz TMA-13
Russian space mission
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The Soyuz TMA-13 mission was a Russian spaceflight that was part of the International Space Station (ISS) program. The crew consisted of Yuri Lonchakov, Michael Fincke, and Richard Garriott. They launched on October 12, 2008, and returned to Earth on April 8, 2009. This mission was part of Expedition 18 to the ISS, and Richard Garriott was notable as the first second-generation American space traveler. The Soyuz spacecraft serves as a crucial "lifeboat" for the ISS, ensuring a safe return for astronauts.12
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