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Officials have delayed the return of the CST-100 Starliner spacecraft from the International Space Station to June 18 to allow for additional system checkouts.
International Space Station / Houston, USA
Who
NASA and Boeing Crew Flight Test Team
What
Officials have delayed the return of the CST-100 Starliner spacecraft from the International Space Station to June 18 to allow for additional system checkouts.
When
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:10:05 GMT · 1d 10h ago
Where
International Space Station / Houston, USA · 29.5606°N, 95.0848°W
Why
The delay provides time to finish mission data reviews regarding small helium leaks and thruster performance encountered during the docking phase.
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How this affects you
While the crew is safe, this extension highlights the rigorous safety protocols required for new human-rated spacecraft before they become operational. It ensures future missions can rely on the vehicle's long-term reliability.
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