Astronauts Emphasize Gratitude as NASA Contends With Uncertainty
- NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams experienced a nine-month stay on the International Space Station due to thruster failures on the Starliner spacecraft.
- The failure of thrusters led to a critical situation, where NASA's mission control waived flight rules to attempt docking with the ISS, despite risks to the astronauts' safety.
- Wilmore expressed skepticism about returning safely after experiencing thruster issues, stating, 'I don’t know that we can come back to Earth at that point.'
- Williams celebrated the successful docking with the ISS, saying, 'I did this little happy dance.
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Rescued Astronaut Butch Wilmore Opens up About Boeing Starliner's Problems in Space - And It Was Worse Than We Thought
Astronaut Butch Wilmore shares his firsthand experiences with Boeing’s Starliner issues, revealing critical insights that highlight the challenges faced in space. His revelations shed light on a troubling situation that demands attention.
Astronauts Recount the Harrowing Moment Boeing's Starliner Almost Doomed Them
In a candid interview, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams shared their experiences during the Boeing Starliner's first crewed flight which left them stranded in space for nine months. According to Wilmore, thruster failures almost doomed the pair to a fate far worse than an extended stay aboard the International Space Station. The post Astronauts Recount the Harrowing Moment Boeing’s Starliner Almost Doomed Them appeared first on Br…
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