Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:13pm on 31 Aug 2024,Saturday Science
NASA has assigned SpaceX to rescue astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, extending their ISS stay until February 2025. This decision follows a heated dispute with Boeing over the Starliner's readiness for their return. NASA criticized Boeing's claims of the spacecraft's suitability, citing ongoing issues like thruster malfunctions and helium leaks. Boeing's pushback was met with NASA's strong disapproval, leading to a partnership with SpaceX for the mission. Boeing's uncrewed Starliner return is scheduled for September 6, aiming to validate its capabilities amid the contentious situation.
