Two NASA astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, returned to Earth in a SpaceX capsule after nine months in orbit. Their mission was intended to test Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which ultimately faced propulsion issues. As NASA's alternative to SpaceX for astronaut transport, the failure of Starliner required the astronauts to finish their journey via the Crew Dragon. They splashed down off the Florida coast, greeted by playful dolphins, marking the end of a significant chapter in NASA's ongoing efforts in commercial space travel.
NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore returned to Earth after nine months in space, concluding a test flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft.
The Starliner encountered propulsion issues, leading to a return on a SpaceX Crew Dragon, showcasing the reliance on commercial partners for crew transportation.
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