NASA Astronauts Launch Historic First Crewed Starliner Test Flight

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NASA Astronauts Launch Historic First Crewed Starliner Test Flight
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NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have successfully launched aboard Boeing's Starliner spacecraft for its first crewed test flight to the International Space Station. This mission, part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, aims to validate the Starliner system for future rotational missions. The spacecraft is set to dock with the ISS on June 6, where the astronauts will conduct various tests to ensure its performance. The mission marks a significant milestone in American space exploration and the collaboration between NASA and commercial partners.

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