Were the Astronauts Really Stranded in Space?

In June 2024, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams launched aboard Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner for its first crewed flight test to the International Space Station. What was supposed to be a short 8-day mission turned into a 9-month odyssey after thruster malfunctions and helium leaks jeopardized the spacecraft’s return. This video explores the challenges faced by the astronauts, NASA’s critical decisions, and the eventual return of the crew.

👉 Explore the full story of Boeing Starliner’s troubled mission and the implications for NASA’s Commercial Crew Program.

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