Pakistan and China Agree to Send First Pakistani Astronaut to Space Station
China and Pakistan have signed a cooperation agreement to send a Pakistani astronaut to China’s space station, with a selection and training process lasting about a year.
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NASA Astronauts’ ISS Mission Extended from 8 Days to 9 Months
NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore’s mission aboard the ISS has been extended from 8 days to over 9 months due to delays in their return spacecraft.
FAA Approves SpaceX Falcon 9’s Return to Flight Following Mishap Investigation
The FAA has approved SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket to return to flight following a mishap investigation, allowing the company to resume missions after a malfunction in late September.
NASA Astronauts Face Extended Stay as Boeing Capsule Issues Persist
Two NASA astronauts are extending their stay on the ISS as Boeing works to resolve thruster and helium leak issues with the Starliner capsule, delaying their planned mid-June return.
NASA and Boeing Assess Starliner Propulsion as Return from ISS Awaits
NASA and Boeing are assessing the Starliner’s propulsion system performance as the spacecraft awaits its return from the ISS, following delays to ensure safety and reliability for future missions.
Boeing Targets June Launch for First Crewed Starliner Mission
Boeing is set to launch its first crewed Starliner mission in early June, following successful reviews addressing previous technical issues. The mission aims to ferry two astronauts to the International Space Station.
NASA Astronauts Arrive for Boeing’s First Crewed Starliner Flight
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams arrive at Kennedy Space Center to prepare for Boeing’s first crewed Starliner flight to the International Space Station.