NASA Faces Critical August Decision on Astronauts’ Return Route
NASA must decide by August’s end whether to return astronauts Wilmore and Williams via Boeing’s Starliner or SpaceX’s Crew Dragon due to thruster issues.
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NASA Postpones SpaceX Crew-9 Launch Amid Boeing Starliner Challenges
NASA delays SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission to the ISS by a month to address ongoing issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, impacting Boeing’s $1.6 billion program.
SpaceX & NASA Gear Up for Crew-9 Mission to ISS on August 18
SpaceX and NASA announce Crew-9 mission to ISS set for August 18, marking continued collaboration despite recent Falcon 9 setback.
SpaceX & NASA Confirm August 18 Launch for Crew-9 Mission to ISS
SpaceX and NASA confirm Crew-9 mission to the ISS launching on August 18, resuming flights after Falcon 9’s FAA clearance.
NASA Astronauts Delayed on ISS as Boeing Starliner Issues Persist
NASA astronauts remain on the ISS as Boeing addresses thruster failures and helium leaks in the Starliner capsule, delaying their return.
Astronauts Confident in Boeing’s Starliner for Safe Return to Earth
NASA astronauts aboard Boeing’s Starliner remain confident in returning to Earth by July despite technical setbacks, while enjoying extended time on the ISS.
Boeing Starliner Delays Return to Earth for Further Testing
Boeing’s Starliner mission to the ISS is extended as engineers address thruster and helium leak issues. Astronauts remain safe, with return plans pending additional testing.
Starliner’s ISS Return Delayed as NASA and Boeing Review Propulsion Systems
NASA and Boeing delay Starliner’s return from the ISS to reassess its propulsion system, ensuring it joins SpaceX’s Crew Dragon as a reliable spacecraft for astronauts.
NASA Addresses Panic After Live ISS Simulation Audio Sparks Emergency Fears
NASA accidentally aired a simulation audio on the ISS live stream, sparking emergency rumors. NASA confirmed it was a routine training exercise, ensuring all crew members are safe and upcoming spacewalks proceed as planned.
Oleg Kononenko Becomes First Person to Spend 1,000 Days in Space
Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko becomes the first person to spend over 1,000 days in space, marking a historic milestone on the ISS.