Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:55pm on 26 Aug 2024,Monday Science
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft has failed to return astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore to Earth, prompting NASA to seek assistance from SpaceX. The spacecraft experienced helium leaks and thruster malfunctions, leaving the astronauts stranded since June. Boeing employees reportedly feel "embarrassed" as the company’s issues are compounded by this setback. SpaceX's Crew Dragon is now set to rescue the astronauts in February 2025. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson emphasized Boeing’s need to address the root causes of the Starliner’s issues to restore its credibility and ensure safe future missions.
