The Crew-8 mission, which began on March 3, 2024, experienced multiple extensions due to issues with Boeing's Starliner, ultimately setting a record for duration in orbit.
Landing off Pensacola, Florida, the SpaceX Dragon capsule safely returned the crew after spending 235 days in space, marking it as the longest human SpaceX mission.
During the mission, Crew-8 conducted vital scientific research, including investigations on body fluid shifts in microgravity and the effects of UV radiation on plant growth.
At one point, the ISS housed a record 19 astronauts in orbit, showcasing international cooperation with personnel from NASA, Roscosmos, and China's space agency.
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