10 epic moments as Shubhanshu Shukla and Axiom-4 crew return to Earth
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla returned safely to Earth with Axiom-4 crewmates Peggy Whitson, Slawosz Uznanski, and Tibor Kapu. Here are 10 unforgettable moments from their splashdown, marking the end of their successful mission aboard the International Space Station.
Shubhanshu Shukla safely touched down on Earth after nearly 20 days in space. Here are 10 epic moments from his return with the Axiom-4 crew aboard Dragon.
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Shubhanshu Shukla Returns to Earth: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla safely returns from the ISS after nearly 20 days in space, stepping out of Dragon capsule with calm pride. (Image: Axiom Space)
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First Glimpse Post-Splashdown: Shukla’s first glimpse after stepping out of Dragon captures his composed demeanour after a historic space mission for India. (Image: Axiom Space)
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India’s Space Milestone: Shukla becomes the first Indian to visit the ISS, symbolising India’s growing presence in human spaceflight and global space collaboration. (Image: Axiom Space)
Pilot in Action: During the Ax-4 mission, Shukla conducted scientific research, educational outreach, and piloted the Dragon spacecraft on its return from the ISS. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Commander Peggy Whitson Smiles Wide: Veteran NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson steps out of Dragon smiling, celebrating her fourth trip to space with the Ax-4 crew. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Suave Uznanski Waves to Media: ESA astronaut Slawosz “Suave” Uznanski-Wisniewski exits the capsule, smiling and waving at cameras after completing science work aboard the ISS. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Tibor Kapu Joins the Cheers: Hungarian astronaut Tibor Kapu steps out of the Dragon capsule beaming, wrapping up a proud chapter for Hungary’s HUNOR space programme. (Image: Axiom Space)
Dragon Capsule in Ocean: The Crew Dragon 'Grace' capsule has successfully splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Dragon’s Four Main Parachutes Deployed Mid-Air: The Dragon spacecraft successfully splashed down today, marking the end of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station. (Image: Axiom Space)
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Family Celebrates Shukla's Return: Shukla’s family cuts cake and claps joyfully in Lucknow, celebrating his safe return with pride and patriotic emotion. (Image: PTI)
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