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Dec 18, 16:15

ISS Astronaut Return Delayed Until Late March or April 2025

Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams' return from the International Space Station, originally scheduled for June 2024, has been postponed to late March or April 2025 due to technical issues with the Starliner spacecraft and a delay in launching a new SpaceX Dragon capsule, which is now slated ...

ISS Astronaut Return Delayed Until Late March or April 2025

Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams' return from the International Space Station, originally scheduled for June 2024, has been postponed to late March or April 2025 due to technical issues with the Starliner spacecraft and a delay in launching a new SpaceX Dragon capsule, which is now slated ...

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How did NASA's decision to wait for a new SpaceX capsule impact the mission timeline, and what alternative solutions were considered?

The delay stems from a combination of factors: Boeing's Starliner technical problems initially caused a postponement, and subsequently, SpaceX's delay in readying a new Dragon capsule for the next crew's launch further extended the mission. NASA's decision to await the new Dragon capsule prioritizes safety and efficient crew rotation, despite the resulting mission extension for Wilmore and Williams.

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Dec 4, 22:10

ISS Video Showcases Unparalleled Milky Way View

NASA released a video on December 4th showcasing the Milky Way galaxy as viewed from the International Space Station, highlighting the clarity of the view compared to Earth-based observations due to the station's high orbit and lack of light pollution.

ISS Video Showcases Unparalleled Milky Way View

NASA released a video on December 4th showcasing the Milky Way galaxy as viewed from the International Space Station, highlighting the clarity of the view compared to Earth-based observations due to the station's high orbit and lack of light pollution.

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What is the significance of the NASA video showing the Milky Way from the ISS?

A NASA video shows the Milky Way galaxy from the International Space Station (ISS), highlighting its stunning appearance behind a docked SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The video, posted December 4th, offers a unique perspective unavailable from Earth, showcasing the galaxy's vastness and the station's orbital sunrise. This contrasts with Earth-based views, often obscured by light pollution.

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