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Salyut 3 was a Soviet military space station launched on 25 June 1974 as part of the Almaz program. It was operated under the Salyut designation for civilian and military space stations and was visited by the crew of Soyuz 14, the only crew to stay aboard the station. Salyut 3 is also associated with an onboard aircraft-style cannon test, a feature that distinguished it from other Salyut stations.
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What was Salyut 3?
Salyut 3 was a Soviet military space station launched on 25 June 1974. It was part of the Almaz program but operated under the broader Salyut designation.
Which crew visited Salyut 3?
The crew of Soyuz 14 visited Salyut 3. They were the only crew to stay aboard the station.
Was Salyut 3 a civilian or military station?
Salyut 3 was built as part of the Soviet Almaz military space-station program. The Salyut name was also used for Soviet civilian and military stations.
When was Salyut 3 launched?
The station launched on 25 June 1974. Its launch made it one of the early Soviet space stations associated with the Almaz program.
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