NASA on Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore’s return to Earth ‘Next February with SpaceX...’

WASHINGTON, Aug 24 (Reuters) - Two NASA astronauts who flew to the International Space Station in June aboard Boeing's (BA.N), opens new tab faulty Starliner capsule will need to return to Earth on a SpaceX vehicle early next year, NASA chief Bill Nelson said on Saturday, deeming issues with Starliner's propulsion system too risky to carry its first crew home.
The agency's decision, tapping Boeing's top space rival to return the astronauts, is one of NASA's most consequential in years. Boeing had hoped its Starliner test mission would redeem the troubled program after years of development problems and over $1.6 billion in budget overruns since 2016.

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[synchronistory]

Suni and Butch are NOT lost in space as the media has sometimes stated. But the psychological-emotional impact in adapting to this unexpected challenge can be addressed in a uniquely uplifting way. NASA should consider coordinating a Livestream Educational Event with they and young future astronaut teens across the planet. The media spin has been negative when this situation can actually prompt a positive - not just for the many worldwide youth whose space career aspirations are being now fuelled with concerns / questions, but for Butch and Suni's morale and sense of purpose by engaging with more than just their personal family members ... but the young members of their earthly human family hungering for understanding. Technical work alone will not sustain a human being in space. Human beings need integration with their earthly teammates in ongoing, meaningful ways.

[LukeMellor-ct]

I though my work laptop top was running out of battery at the start

[kingforaday]

I'll bet these two astronauts will have a lot of explaining to do when they get

And I dont mean to NASA and Boeing!!! 🙂🙂🙂🙂