NASA And Boeing To Attempt Starliner Crewed Test Flight

Boeing's new Starliner capsule set for first crewed flight to space station, in Cape Canaveral

In just a few hours, NASA and Boeing are set to attempt the launch of the Starliner crewed test flight for the third time after two recent failures. The previous attempt on Saturday was halted just four minutes before liftoff due to a computer issue. Currently, NASA relies on SpaceX for its trips to the International Space Station (ISS). If successful, the Starliner mission could provide a significant boost for both NASA and Boeing.

NASA Chief Bill Nelson emphasized the importance of test flights, highlighting the inherent risks associated with space travel. The Starliner test flight aims to ferry two astronauts to the ISS, with the potential for future missions involving four astronauts if successful.