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NASA and Boeing are monitoring three helium leaks on the Starliner spacecraft but remain confident it will dock with the International Space Station as scheduled. The leaks, which affect the propulsion system, were discovered before and after launch, but mission managers have managed to build up pressure in the system. The docking is set for 12:15 p.m. today.
Boeing's Starliner space capsule, en route to the International Space Station, has encountered two new helium leaks, discovered after reaching orbit. The leaks, affecting the thrusters, were managed by closing two helium valves, ensuring the spacecraft remains stable. This mission marks Starliner's first crewed flight, part of NASA's commercial crew program, and follows previous delays and issues, including earlier helium leaks.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, on its first crewed test to the International Space Station, is experiencing helium leaks but remains on track for docking. Launched from Cape Canaveral, the spacecraft carries NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore. Despite the leaks, the spacecraft is stable, and NASA and Boeing teams will review data before docking. This mission marks Boeing's first successful crewed launch, with astronauts set to test the spacecraft's systems for a week.
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft successfully launched into orbit, carrying two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station after years of delays. However, mission control reported additional helium leaks in the spacecraft's service module, raising concerns about its propulsion system. Despite these issues, engineers believe the spacecraft remains safe for flight and are working to ensure it can complete its mission.
Boeing's Starliner mission, en route to the International Space Station, has detected two new helium leaks in addition to one identified before launch. NASA and Boeing have assured that the spacecraft remains stable and the crew is safe, although troubleshooting efforts have slightly cut into the crew's rest time. The mission is still on track to dock at the ISS as planned.