Starliner Delays Continue Amidst Anniversary of First Crewed Docking

The Boeing Starliner spacecraft's next flight has been delayed from late 2025 to early 2026 due to ongoing technical issues, with uncertainty about whether it will carry crew members. The spacecraft's first crewed docking with the ISS occurred a year ago, but subsequent problems, including helium leaks and propulsion anomalies, have delayed further missions. NASA and Boeing are conducting extensive testing and evaluations to certify the spacecraft for crewed flights, while crew assignments for upcoming missions remain uncertain amid ongoing evaluations and reassignments.