NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been on the International Space Station since June, were originally set to return to Earth using Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. However, due to issues with the Starliner’s thrusters and helium leaks, NASA decided to send Starliner back uncrewed, prioritizing astronaut safety. This change means that Wilmore and Williams will now remain on the ISS until at least February 2025, when they’re expected to return aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule that recently arrived as part of the Crew-9 mission 🚀 While extended stays at the ISS are routine for many astronauts, this situation is unique as it was initially unplanned. During this time, Wilmore and Williams will continue contributing to the ISS’s research and operations and even welcomed Crew-9’s capsule, which docked successfully at the station in late September, ensuring they have a confirmed ride home early next year. SpaceX recently completed a successful splashdown, returning th...