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NASA and Boeing Overcome Challenges in Starliner Test Mission

4/7/2025

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NASA and Boeing are tackling technical hurdles from the CST-100 Starliner's Crew Flight Test, which launched on June 5, 2024. Propulsion system issues prompted an extended mission for astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams on the ISS. Ongoing testing aims to ensure safety and certification for future space missions.

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NASA and Boeing are tackling technical hurdles from the CST-100 Starliner's Crew Flight Test, which launched on June 5, 2024. Propulsion system issues prompted an extended mission for astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams on the ISS. Ongoing testing aims to ensure safety and certification for future space missions.