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NASA Commits $359M to Revive Boeing Starliner as SpaceX Dragon Nears Retirement

NASA has committed an additional $359 million to Boeing to repair Starliner’s thrusters and certify the Vulcan Centaur rocket for crewed missions. Following a disastrous 2024 test flight that stranded astronauts for nine months, NASA plans an uncrewed Starliner-1 test in late 2026 or early 2027, with a crewed return targeted for 2028. This move secures a backup option as SpaceX prepares to retire its Crew Dragon capsule in the 2030s, though concerns remain about Starliner’s reliability and the impending retirement of the ISS.

via Futurism|

#boeing-starliner #commercial-crew-program #international-space-station

space11 days ago•14 min saved

NASA Commits $359M to Boeing Starliner as SpaceX Dragon Nears Retirement

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced a new roadmap for Boeing’s Starliner, committing an additional $359 million to fix thruster issues and certify the Vulcan Centaur rocket. An uncrewed test flight is scheduled for no earlier than December 2026, with a potential crewed mission by mid-2028. This move ensures a second U.S. crew transport option as SpaceX prepares to retire its Crew Dragon capsule by 2030.

via gizmodo.com|

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space12 days ago•152 min saved

NASA commits $359M to Boeing Starliner, targeting 2028 crewed return as SpaceX Dragon winds down

NASA has announced a new roadmap for Boeing's Starliner, committing an additional $359 million to fix thruster issues and certify the Vulcan Centaur rocket. The agency plans an uncrewed test flight in late 2026 or early 2027, with the first crewed mission targeted for mid-2028. This move secures Boeing as the primary US provider for low-Earth orbit access after SpaceX plans to retire its Crew Dragon capsule by the early 2030s.

via Space|

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technology2 months ago•7 min saved

Crew Dragon availability sparks worry over private space stations

Industry officials warn that Crew Dragon’s long-term availability is uncertain as SpaceX shifts focus to Starship, risking a supply gap for private space stations, with Boeing’s Starliner unreliable and new entrants like The Exploration Company’s Nyx eyeing crewed missions—potentially driving up costs and complicating NASA’s commercial-crew plans.

via Ars Technica|

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space-and-spaceflight3 months ago•16 min saved

Starliner Return Delayed Again as Boeing Tackles Persistent Issues

NASA and Boeing have extended Starliner’s return-to-flight timeline by at least a year while they fix thruster malfunctions and helium leaks; a previous crewed mission in 2024 highlighted safety issues, and while progress is ongoing, no firm uncrewed launch date is set for Starliner-1, with NASA reducing Starliner missions and relying more on SpaceX as the ISS program heads toward 2030 retirement.

via Gizmodo|

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science4 months ago•57 min saved

Starliner Flight Schedule Under Review as NASA Weighs Readiness

NASA says Boeing's Starliner-1 uncrewed test flight to the International Space Station is 'under review' as teams assess operational readiness and ISS traffic, with upgrades implemented after the 2024 mission and a plan to certify Starliner as a second crew vehicle, though the April 2026 launch target is being reevaluated for the earliest feasible window.

via Yahoo News Canada|

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space7 months ago•3 min saved

NASA Declares Boeing Starliner Failure a Maximum-Level Mishap, Tightens Oversight

NASA has officially classified the Boeing Starliner’s 2024 failure as a Type A (maximum-level) mishap, signaling potential hundreds of millions in damage and the risk of losing a vehicle or the ISS. The incident involved thruster faults on approach to the ISS, leaving astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore on the station for nine months. A 312-page report blames design compromises, inadequate hardware qualifications, and weak oversight of subcontractors, and NASA pledges much stricter scrutiny with no launches until fixes are verified, while pursuing diversification away from SpaceX. The exact thruster failure mode remains under investigation.

via Jalopnik|

#boeing-starliner #investigation #iss

space1 year ago•1 min saved

NASA Crew-10 Returns to Earth After 5-Month ISS Mission

Four astronauts returned to Earth after a five-month mission on the ISS, marking SpaceX's third Pacific splashdown and the first for NASA in 50 years, highlighting successful international collaboration and space exploration efforts.

via Al Jazeera|

#astronauts-return #boeing-starliner #iss-mission

science-and-technology1 year ago•8 min saved

Israeli Space Experiment Fails to Capture Sprites on AX-4 Mission

The AX-4 mission to the ISS aimed to capture atmospheric phenomena like sprite lightning but fell short, though an astronaut captured a notable image. Meanwhile, Boeing's Starliner faces delays due to technical issues, and NASA's Perseverance rover set a record for longest drive on Mars. Additionally, astronomers used the James Webb Space Telescope to observe early planet formation around a distant star, providing new insights into planetary origins.

via Ynetnews|

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science1 year ago•5 min saved

NASA astronauts Butch and Suni complete recovery after extended space missions

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, after spending 286 days in space, are still recovering from muscle loss, fatigue, and pain, despite completing extensive physical therapy. Their recovery highlights the physical toll of space travel, and they continue to work on their rehabilitation while also assisting with Boeing's Starliner program, which has faced delays and technical issues. The astronauts' experience underscores the challenges of returning to Earth after long-duration space missions.

via Daily Mail|

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science-and-technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Stranded Astronauts Face Challenges: Missed Milestones, Strange Smells, and Unusual Meals

Two NASA astronauts, Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams, are stranded on the International Space Station due to the failure of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which experienced helium leaks and thruster malfunctions. Originally scheduled for an eight-day mission, their stay has extended to at least eight months, with a SpaceX Dragon Crew capsule expected to bring them back in February. This situation echoes the experience of astronaut Frank Rubio, who missed significant family events due to an extended stay in space. The astronauts face challenges of isolation and monotony while awaiting their return.

via Futurism|

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space1 year ago•3 min saved

SpaceX Crew-9 Relocates Dragon to New ISS Docking Port

SpaceX's Crew-9 astronauts successfully relocated their Crew Dragon spacecraft, Freedom, to a new docking port on the International Space Station to accommodate an incoming cargo ship. The crew includes two astronauts originally assigned to Boeing's Starliner, which faced propulsion issues. The relocation was completed on November 3, 2024, ahead of a scheduled cargo launch on November 4. The Crew-9 team will return to Earth in February 2025.

via Space.com|

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space2 years ago•13 min saved

SpaceX Rocket Failure Leads to Satellite Loss and NASA Concerns

A recent failure of SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket during a Starlink satellite launch has highlighted the importance of having multiple commercial options for transporting astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). This incident underscores NASA's strategy of maintaining redundancy in spacecraft to ensure continuous ISS operations. While SpaceX has been a reliable partner since 2020, the delay in astronaut launches due to the Falcon 9 issue emphasizes the need for Boeing's Starliner to become operational. NASA continues to prioritize safety and thorough investigation before resuming missions.

via Space.com|

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space-exploration2 years ago•5 min saved

Boeing's Starliner Faces Uncertainty Amid Thruster Issues and Leaks

Two NASA astronauts aboard Boeing's Starliner have had an extended stay at the International Space Station due to propulsion system issues. Despite sensational headlines, Boeing assures the public that the astronauts are safe and not stranded. The crew, enjoying their time in space, will return once the thruster problems are fully understood and resolved.

via Mashable|

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space-exploration2 years ago•2 min saved

Boeing Starliner Issues Leave Astronauts Stranded in Space

Two NASA astronauts are stranded on the ISS due to multiple issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, including helium leaks and thruster failures. Originally scheduled to return on June 13, their stay has been extended to at least June 26 as engineers work to resolve the problems. The Starliner, part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, has faced numerous setbacks since its inception.

via Livescience.com|

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