Star City Collection

Voskhod 2 crew training, 1965
Voskhod 2 crew training in March 1965, before their launch into Earth orbit later that month. Soviet cosmonauts Pavel Belyayev (1925-1970, centre) and Alexei Leonov (born 1934)

Buran Shuttle cockpit. The Russian Buran shuttle was designed to glide down to Earth from space. The first and only launch (unmanned) of this shuttle took place in 1988

Crew of Soyuz TMA-07M in training C018 / 2325
Space Station crew. Three members of the Soyuz TMA-07M crew that formed part of the Expedition 34/35 team on the International Space Station

Cosmonauts in training C014 / 0154
Cosmonauts in training. Cuban cosmonaut Arnaldo Mendez (right, born 1942) and Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Romanenko (centre, born 1944) during water landing training for the Soyuz 38 mission

Artwork of a space station around planet Earth
Star city. Computer artwork of part of a ring around the world space station in geostationary orbit. The space station known as Star City is linked to Earth by towers at the equator (not seen here)

Artwork of a torus-shaped space station or planet
Star city. Computer artwork of part of a ring around the world space station in geostationary orbit on a starfield background

Cosmonauts in training tank at Star City, Russia
Cosmonaut training. Cosmonauts undergoing training in a water tank at Star City, Russia. The large water tank is used to allow training for extravehicular activity (EVA)

Soviet-French space crew, 1981
French-Soviet space mission training. Clockwise from right are French astronaut Patrick Baudry, and Soviet cosmonauts Leonid Kizim and Vladimir Solovyov

Cosmonaut in training tank at Star City, Russia
Cosmonaut training. Cosmonaut undergoing spacewalk (extravehicular activity, EVA) training by a mock- up of the Mir space station in a water tank at Star City (Zvezdny Gorodok), Russia

Astronaut training centrifuge. The centrifuge is spinning at high speed, resulting in the circular trails of light seen here

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"Star City: A Journey of Dreams and Determination" In the heartland of Russia lies Star City, a place where dreams take flight and aspirations reach for the stars. This captivating city is not just an ordinary destination; it holds the key to unlocking mankind's greatest mysteries beyond Earth. Among its esteemed residents are the family of Expedition 65 prime crew member, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Novitskiy. As he prepares for his momentous journey into space, their unwavering support fuels his determination to push boundaries and explore uncharted territories. The anticipation builds as Expedition 65 crew members undergo rigorous Soyuz qualification exams at Star City. In one snapshot captured on March 20th, we witness Oleg Novitskiy engrossed in concentration during these crucial tests. His commitment to excellence shines through as he strives to master every aspect of this extraordinary mission. Not only do friends and family stand by their loved ones, but also NASA personnel, Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center (GCTC) staff, and Roscosmos officials come together in unity. Their shared excitement culminates in a joyous photo that immortalizes this remarkable moment before departure. Pavel Vlasov, Director of GCTC himself graces Star City with his presence during Expedition 65 Soyuz preparations. His expertise and guidance ensure that each astronaut is equipped with the necessary skills to conquer challenges awaiting them among the stars. Mark Vande Hei from NASA joins Oleg Novitskiy as they sign in for their Soyuz qualification exams side by side. The camaraderie between these two astronauts symbolizes international collaboration transcending borders for scientific exploration. Pyotr Dubrov of Roscosmos adds another layer of diversity within Expedition 65 crew members. With enthusiasm radiating from him during his own qualification exams on March 22nd, Pyotr showcases how passion knows no bounds when it comes to reaching for the stars.