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NASA astronauts say they'd fly the Boeing craft again: 'I'd get on in a heartbeat'.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Barber, Carolyn 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the recent news conference held by NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams following their extended stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS) due to mechanical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. The astronauts expressed their willingness to fly on the Starliner again, emphasizing Boeing's and NASA's commitment to resolving the spacecraft's thruster failures and helium leaks. They highlighted the Starliner's unique capabilities and the importance of ongoing collaboration between NASA and private companies like Boeing and SpaceX for future space missions. Additionally, they acknowledged the personal challenges faced during their extended mission and the broader goals of human space exploration, including missions to the Moon and Mars. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Fortune.com. 2025/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Women's Studies and Feminism
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:184173377
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