NASA in last week's press conference shared an update on the Boeing Starliner spacecraft and said that it is in good condition to be docked at the space station beyond its 45-day limit.
It was reported that after the launch on June 5, the mission was expected to be a week-long but the technical issue in, five of its 28 thrusters of the Reaction Control System (RCS) failed made the mission extended.
Additionally, during the spacecraft's time in space it faced a helium leak situation that caused thruster problems, these thrusters will cause huge problems in the spacecraft if not taken care of as it can cause huge risk and malfunction.
The mission was aimed to conduct a test flight to the International Space Station (ISS) that would help in understanding the overall performance of the spacecraft, its safety and reliability.
According to the new updates by NASA Sunita Williams accomplished by an astronaut named Butch Wilmore currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS) in Boeing Starliner will face a delay and there’s no new date set for their landing as of now.
In the midst of these technical challenges, the crew faced another test of their preparedness. A decommissioned Russian satellite unexpectedly disintegrated, scattering debris through space.
As a precautionary measure, Wilmore and Williams sought refuge inside the Starliner, ready to detach from the International Space Station (ISS) if the situation escalated.
They remained on high alert, fully prepared to initiate emergency procedures. Fortunately, the debris did not pose an immediate threat, and after about an hour, the astronauts were able to return to the ISS safely.
This incident underscored the importance of readiness and quick response in space missions, highlighting the crew's ability to handle unforeseen dangers.
The dangers and difficulties that come with space flight are unanticipated, so it is important to make preparations and handle emergencies promptly. Sunita William and the other astronauts' delays and problems serve as a reminder of the mission's complexity.
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