Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:13pm on 01 Jun 2024,Saturday Science
Boeing's Starliner capsule is ready for its long-awaited first crewed test flight, scheduled for Saturday. The launch, delayed multiple times due to technical issues, marks Boeing's bid to rival SpaceX in the astronaut launch sector. NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will pilot the spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS). Boeing faces pressure to succeed amidst ongoing setbacks in its commercial airplane division. If Saturday's attempt is postponed, backup launch opportunities are available, but further delays could lead to significant scheduling conflicts.
