NASA is not confident in Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, citing multiple thruster failures and helium leaks. As a result, astronauts will return via SpaceX's Crew Dragon.
A decade after being awarded $4.2 billion, Boeing's Starliner program faces uncertainty with no firm assurance on fulfilling its contract terms before the ISS's retirement.
NASA has only placed firm orders for three Starliner flights, which raises concerns about Boeing's ability to complete the missions required under their multimillion-dollar contract.
Boeing's long-term plans for Starliner remain unclear, but commitments are necessary from new CEO Kelly Ortberg for the company to see the commercial crew program through.
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