At 6 p.m. Eastern time, the Starliner spacecraft is scheduled to undock from the International Space Station in what is being referred to as a 'speedy retreat.' The spacecraft will fire thrusters to quickly move away from the space station and begin its journey back into Earth's atmosphere, aiming for a safe landing at the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.
Despite previous technical issues with the Starliner, there is confidence in a safe landing, although astronauts will not be on board for this return trip. This decision has raised questions about the overall success of the mission and the future of the spacecraft.
