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NASA released the final Program Investigation Team report on Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner crewed test, finding a mix of hardware failures, qualification gaps, leadership missteps and cultural breakdowns that created risk. The mission is classified as a Type A mishap, and NASA will pursue corrective actions with Boeing before Starliner is cleared to fly again.
NASA's Commercial Crew Program is set to achieve a significant milestone with the Crew Flight Test of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, launching aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket on June 5, 2024. This mission will send astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the International Space Station, marking the first crewed flight for the Starliner. A successful test will pave the way for the spacecraft's certification for regular crew rotation flights to the ISS.
Boeing and NASA have delayed the Starliner’s Crewed Flight Test to no earlier than May 1st, 2024, citing scheduling issues at the International Space Station, which is currently hosting 7 vehicles. The capsule, named Calypso, is set to carry two experienced NASA astronauts for the test. Despite the delays, Boeing has made progress in preparing the capsule for launch, addressing issues such as flammable insulating tape and software reviews. The mission, which marks a significant milestone for the company, will be closely monitored by NASA and involve various tests and procedures before, during, and after docking with the ISS.