Boeing Starliner crew 'trapped' in space for two months… mission was only supposed to last a week

Boeing Starliner crew 'trapped' in space for two months… mission was only supposed to last a week

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He set off in early June on a mission that would last just over a week, but he had already been there for two months. The astronauts' return to Earth has been postponed several times, and it is not yet known when it will be allowed. Boeing and NASA are working on a solution, but the lack of confidence has prompted the space agency to postpone the SpaceX mission, which was scheduled to take place. The International Space Station (ISS), where the Starliner spacecraft continues to dock.

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It's been two months since For the first time, American aircraft manufacturer Boeing has transported astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard its Starliner spacecraft. A space mission that should last a little more than a week.lasts for at least 60 days.

The astronauts remain on board the capsule. Butch Wilmore and Sonny WilliamsYou've already come back. Postponed countless times After they were Several problems were discovered in the Starliner process.

Boeing continues Without submission Crew expected to return but says so trust That this will be possible soon.

The American company said in a statement that Boeing remains confident in the Starliner spacecraft and its ability to return the crew safely. I reported.

According to the Washington PostAstronauts' stay in North America could be extended until February of next year. on nine months After leaving planet Earth.

Starliner problems prompt NASA to delay SpaceX mission

The space mission was Goal He carries Four astronauts in Crew Dragon spacecraft, On August 18. It is now expected to be released by the time of its release at the latest. September 24th.

a Boeing And the NASA Keep working for solving problems On Starliner but still With no solution in sight.

“No decision has been made regarding Starliner's return,” NASA said in a statement. I reported.

A past marked by (serious) disputes and incidents.

In 2018, Boeing 737 Max crashes into sea And caused Nearly 200 passengers killed who were on board. A year later, Boeing 737 Max 8 Killed more than 150 people.

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