NASA's report underscores an urgent safety risk at the ISS due to ongoing air leaks, particularly in the Russian segment's tunnel connecting to a docking port.
NASA identified an increase in the leak rate to its highest level in April 2024, with officials concerned enough to convene discussions about management of the issue.
The risk associated with the Service Module Transfer Tunnel leak has been scored as a 5 by 5, indicating it is viewed as 'the most severe' risk, warranting continuous monitoring.
NASA and Roscosmos have not agreed on what constitutes an untenable leak rate, which complicates collaborative efforts to manage the safety of the ISS.
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