🚀 Hey space enthusiasts! NASA and Boeing are taking a closer look at the Starliner's propulsion system as the spacecraft awaits its journey back home from the International Space Station (ISS). 🌌
The return trip was initially set for June 14 but got pushed to June 26. Now, the new return date is still a mystery 🤔 as NASA and Boeing are making sure everything is tip-top with additional technical reviews.
The Starliner, carrying U.S. astronauts Barry \"Butch\" Wilmore and Sunita \"Suni\" Williams, launched on June 5. This mission is super important because it's the final test before Starliner can get the green light for regular flights to the ISS. 🌠
Why all the fuss? NASA wants the Starliner to join SpaceX's Crew Dragon as a second U.S. spacecraft capable of ferrying astronauts to the ISS. More rides to space = more awesome science! 🧑🚀🧑🚀
Stay tuned for updates on when Starliner will make its grand return! 🌎
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NASA, Boeing assessing performance of Starliner's propulsion system
cgtn.com
