Boeing Starliner's Crewed Mission Delayed Again

New Launch Target Announced After Helium Leak

The highly anticipated crewed maiden voyage of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft has been postponed once more, with NASA announcing a new launch target.

Helium Leak Causes Delay

A helium leak was detected during testing, prompting NASA and Boeing to delay the launch of the Starliner's crewed flight test mission with two NASA astronauts aboard.

Next Launch Opportunity

The next opportunity to watch the launch of the Starliner spacecraft is now scheduled for no earlier than April 2023. NASA and Boeing are working diligently to resolve the technical issue and ensure the safety of the astronauts and the spacecraft.

Years of Delays

The Boeing Starliner program has faced numerous delays in recent years, initially targeting a 2017 launch date. In late 2019, Boeing appeared to have a good chance at beating SpaceX to become the first private U.S. company to send astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS).

Success at Last

After years of delays, the Boeing Starliner finally launched humans for the first time on Wednesday, carrying two astronauts to the ISS. The spacecraft successfully docked with the ISS and the astronauts began their six-month mission.

Looking Ahead

The upcoming crewed flight of the Starliner spacecraft is a significant milestone for Boeing and NASA. The success of this mission will pave the way for regular commercial flights to the ISS and open up new possibilities for human space exploration.