Successful berthing of the H-II Transfer Vehicle "KOUNOTORI 3" (HTV3)
to the International Space Station (ISS)
July 28, 2012 (JST)
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
The H-II Transfer Vehicle "KOUNOTORI 3" (HTV3) started its final approach to the International Space Station (ISS), and was captured by the ISS robotic arm at 21:23 p.m. on July 27 (Japanese Standard Time, JST). After being maneuvered by the arm, the HTV3 was successfully berthed to the ISS at 2:31 a.m. on July 28 (JST).
Upon berthed to the ISS, the internal and external cargo will be unloaded by the onboard crew.
Reference Link: You can find out more detailed information on the following Web site.
http://iss.jaxa.jp/en/htv/
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Comment by JAXA President
Successful berthing of the H-II Transfer Vehicle "KOUNOTORI 3"
(HTV3) to the International Space Station (ISS)
Today, I am delighted to announce that the H-II Transfer Vehicle "KOUNOTORI 3" (HTV3), launched by the H-IIB launch vehicle on July 21, 2012 (Japanese Standard Time) from the JAXA Tanegashima Space Center, was successfully berthed to the International Space Station (ISS) at 2:31 a.m. on July 28, 2012.
We are pleased to report that Astronaut Hoshide, who has recently commenced the long-duration stay at the ISS, participated in this significant task. It was with immense pride and joy to witness the Japanese and American astronauts performing their fruits of the rigorous training to successfully berth the "KOUNOTORI 3 " to the ISS.
This success marks a notable milestone in this mission. We will continue to strive to ensure the transfer of supplies, departure from the ISS, and re-entry into the atmosphere as planned.
July 28, 2012
Keiji Tachikawa
President
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)