Space Odyssey -Unplanned Extension

Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore launched to the International Space Station (ISS) on June 5th, 2024, for a planned 10-day mission. However, due to technical issues with their spacecraft, Boeing’s Starliner, remain on the ISS as of August 25th, 2024.
The Starliner encountered problems, including helium leaks, faulty thrusters, and a malfunctioning propellant valve, delaying their return to Earth. NASA and Boeing engineers are currently working to resolve these issues and safely bring the astronauts home.
This mission is crucial for Boeing, as it’s tied to a high-value contract with NASA for regular astronaut flights. SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft is also on standby as a backup option if needed. The situation is being closely monitored as efforts continue to bring the astronauts back to Earth.