NASA May Rely on SpaceX for Boeing Starliner Astronauts' Return in 2025.
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NASA May Rely on SpaceX for Boeing Starliner Astronauts' Return in 2025.
A recent twist in the ongoing saga of space exploration has cast a spotlight on NASA’s potential reliance on SpaceX to return astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS). Due to persistent technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, NASA is contemplating using SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission as a backup. This development signifies not only a potential shift in the logistics of crewed space missions but also highlights broader implications for NASA’s strategy, Boeing’s reputation, and the evolving role of private spaceflight providers. The Boeing Starliner’s Rocky Path Boeing's CST-100 Starliner was developed as part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, aimed at revitalizing America’s human spaceflight capabilities and reducing dependency on Russian spacecraft. The Starliner’s mission was to safely transport astronauts to and from the ISS, providing a critical link in the nation's space exploration infrastructure. However, its journey has been far from smooth. The spa…
