Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:45am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Science
ISRO Chief Dr S Somanath expressed admiration for Sunita Williams' courage in testing Boeing Starliner on its inaugural ISS mission, despite delays. Speaking to NDTV, he emphasized the safety of ISS and the importance of testing new spacecraft capabilities. Dr Somanath lauded Williams' experience and potential advisory role in India's space program, noting her contributions to spacecraft design. NASA postponed Starliner's return for technical reviews. Williams, alongside crewmate Barrt Wilmore, embarked on June 5 for certification flights. ISRO remains proud of Williams' achievements and anticipates her safe return.
