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NASA Astronauts Return from 9-Month Space Mission

3/30/2025

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NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams touched down on Earth on March 18, 2025, after an incredible nine-month journey aboard the International Space Station. Despite the challenges of space life, they returned with no extra pay, earning a pro-rated salary of $114,193, while NASA took care of their travel and living expenses.

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NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams touched down on Earth on March 18, 2025, after an incredible nine-month journey aboard the International Space Station. Despite the challenges of space life, they returned with no extra pay, earning a pro-rated salary of $114,193, while NASA took care of their travel and living expenses.