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NASA adds two more Starliner launches to fix troubled program
Original: NASA will add two more Starliner launches to shore up troubled spacecraft program
NASA will add two additional Boeing Starliner launches as it works to stabilise the troubled astronaut capsule program, which has been hampered by technical setbacks. The decision signals continued commitment to Starliner despite past propulsion problems, including issues that left astronauts on the space station and forced an uncrewed return. The extra flights are intended to help the spacecraft become fully operational for regular crew rotations.
Why now: NASA's decision to expand Starliner flights despite the program's well-publicised technical troubles is a notable development in the future of US crewed spaceflight.
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- NASA will add two more Starliner launches to shore up troubled spacecraft program · KMTV 3 News Now Omaha
- NASA will add two more Starliner launches to shore up troubled spacecraft program · abc15.com
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