NASA and Boeing Press On with Starliner Test Despite Challenges
TL;DR
NASA and Boeing are moving forward with the June 1 launch of the CST-100 Starliner crewed test flight despite discovering a helium leak in the spacecraft's propulsion system. The leak, caused by a defective seal, is not considered a safety issue, and engineers have developed a new deorbit reentry mode to address a rare design vulnerability. Final preparations for the launch are underway, with backup launch opportunities available in early June.
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