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Boeing's Starliner launches first crewed mission to ISS

ScienceAlert — May 6, 2024, 03:00 AM UTC

Summary: Boeing's Starliner capsule launches on its first crewed mission to the ISS, years after SpaceX. The critical flight aims to restore Boeing's reputation after setbacks. Astronauts Wilmore and Williams depart on an Atlas V rocket. NASA seeks a second human spaceflight option. Starliner's troubled history includes delays and setbacks. Successful completion is crucial for future ISS missions. Boeing and SpaceX aim to ferry astronauts post-ISS era.

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