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  • Boeing's Starliner Mission and Diversified Capabilities Fuel Industry Momentum

    Boeing's Starliner Mission and Diversified Capabilities Fuel Industry Momentum
    2025/10/15
    Over the past few days, Boeing’s Starliner and the broader space and defense programs have featured prominently in industry headlines. The most significant development involves the Boeing CST-100 Starliner, which is currently in the midst of its first operational crewed mission to the International Space Station. According to Space Launch Now, Starliner is preparing for its undocking from the ISS and subsequent deorbit burn, after which the spacecraft will re-enter Earth's atmosphere and land at White Sands Missile Range using its parachute system. This milestone is notable as Starliner’s first full operational deployment, providing a crucial demonstration of Boeing’s role in crewed spaceflight access amid ongoing competition with SpaceX’s Dragon capsule.

    Industry attention is also focused on Boeing’s recently announced third-quarter results for 2025. Boeing reported that it delivered 160 commercial airplanes in the third quarter alone, bringing the 2025 year-to-date total to 440. Significant programs like the 737, 787, and 777 all showed healthy output, and industry analysts from Forecast International project Boeing will likely achieve approximately 590 aircraft deliveries for the year—a pace matching some of its pre-pandemic highs and putting Boeing on track for its strongest production performance since 2018, as noted by UPI. The 787 program, in particular, continues strong with a stabilized production rate of seven jets per month.

    In addition to crewed spaceflight, Boeing's commitment to the space sector was demonstrated by delivery of multiple commercial and civil satellites this year, alongside significant defense contract wins. The defense sector saw a major development with Boeing landing a $2.7 billion multiyear contract to produce more than 3,000 Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missile seekers, according to Aviation Week. With a new production facility in Huntsville, Alabama, coming online and record delivery targets for the PAC-3 seekers, Boeing continues to reinforce its position as a critical supplier for missile defense capabilities, further heightened by ongoing global security concerns.

    Boeing’s innovation efforts are also in the spotlight following the unveiling of the Collaborative Transformational Rotorcraft, a modular unmanned tiltrotor concept presented at this year’s Association of the United States Army trade show. As covered by Boeing and further explained in their October feature, this platform is designed to operate alongside manned aircraft like the Apache and Chinook, with applications ranging from attack and reconnaissance to logistics. This underscores Boeing’s ongoing push into next-generation autonomous systems for integrated operations.

    Another strategic move was announced in partnership with Leonardo, as Boeing pursues the U.S. Army’s Flight School Next contractor-operated service contract. This partnership leverages Leonardo’s AW119T training helicopter and Boeing’s training expertise to deliver scalable, proficiency-based training solutions for Army aviators. According to PRNewswire, this approach emphasizes advanced simulation and cloud-based monitoring to maximize training effectiveness and operational readiness throughout the Army's pilot pipeline.

    These developments indicate that, in spite of a competitive environment and ongoing production challenges industry-wide, Boeing has maintained significant momentum. The Starliner’s ongoing mission is a critical step in the company’s ambitions for low Earth orbit crew transportation, while the robust showing across commercial, defense, and space sectors suggest a broad recovery and renewed focus on innovation.

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  • Starliner Saga: Navigating Challenges in Commercial Spaceflight

    Starliner Saga: Navigating Challenges in Commercial Spaceflight
    2025/10/12
    Listeners, in the past few days Boeing’s Starliner program has drawn intense global attention following a dramatic chapter in human spaceflight. What was supposed to be a routine eight-day mission for NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams aboard the Starliner capsule has instead stretched into a nine-month saga in orbit. Their first crewed flight to the International Space Station faced a cascade of serious mechanical failures, including major thruster problems and multiple helium leaks, leaving the astronauts unable to safely return to Earth as initially planned. Just as the world watched and updates were broadcast, Adam Hegarty reported that Wilmore and Williams were forced to adapt and persevere inside Starliner, showing the kind of determination needed to survive a lengthy stay 400 kilometers above the planet.

    This extended ordeal was highlighted again when the destruction of a defunct Russian satellite on June 26 sent more than 180 fragments into low Earth orbit, raising alarm on the ISS and forcing all astronauts—including Wilmore and Williams, onboard the Starliner—to prepare for rapid evacuation. According to Futura Sciences, NASA has refused to bring Starliner home until technical issues are resolved, cementing the capsule’s presence as both a landmark and cautionary tale in commercial spaceflight.

    While Starliner remains docked, SpaceX’s Crew Dragon continued to operate without issue, successfully docking with the ISS and allowing its team to smoothly join Expedition 73. Crew 11’s arrival has prompted NASA to consider lengthening future crew stays to eight months, whereas Starliner’s troubles have forced them to rethink their operational plans altogether, as stated by AOL’s coverage of the space station’s activities.

    On the industry front, the Starliner setbacks feed directly into Boeing’s broader fortunes in space. MarketBeat notes that Boeing is still considered a “moderate buy” among analysts, reflecting a belief that, despite volatility, the company remains central to the future of American space operations and aerospace. Yet, the Starliner’s challenges come at a time when government funding for NASA is under intense scrutiny, with the upcoming fiscal 2026 budget proposing nearly a 25% cut. NASA may soon shrink Dragon crews from four to three to offset costs—decisions that are deeply influenced by ongoing technical drama around the Starliner capsule.

    To further complicate matters on Boeing’s commercial airline side, recent moves in international trade policy may challenge Boeing’s market position. President Donald Trump hinted at export controls for Boeing aircraft parts to China after Beijing restricted rare earth exports, a shift that could ripple through the company’s supply lines, especially given that Chinese customers now account for less than five percent of Boeing’s order book, as reported by the Times of India.

    Amid all the turbulence, fans of Boeing’s legacy aircraft will witness a different kind of milestone in the coming month. Condor, the German leisure airline, has announced the ceremonial farewell of its passenger-carrying Boeing 757 fleet, marking the end of an era as the last remaining planes are retired in favor of newer Airbus jets. Aerospace Global News notes the airline will host a “world’s highest party” aboard its final 757 flight, a celebration of Boeing’s long legacy as it pivots more firmly to the future—despite current setbacks.

    Listeners, Boeing’s Starliner story is still unfolding, shaping not only the future of its space program but American space ambitions overall. Stay tuned for more updates as NASA, Boeing, and their astronauts work to bring this unprecedented mission safely home.

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  • Turbulent Times for Boeing's Starliner: Setbacks, Scrutiny, and Implications for Aerospace Giant

    Turbulent Times for Boeing's Starliner: Setbacks, Scrutiny, and Implications for Aerospace Giant
    2025/10/08
    Listeners, headlines about Boeing’s Starliner program have dominated the space news over the past several days as the fallout from its troubled crewed mission continues. The Starliner capsule, which faced ongoing technical setbacks since its launch in June 2024, was ordered home from the International Space Station without its astronaut crew after persistent issues with its maneuvering thrusters and helium leaks made a safe return too risky. This is according to a detailed chronology from Wikipedia, which highlights how astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams ultimately had to hitch a ride home aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon in March this year, after NASA deemed the Starliner unsuitable for their return.

    NASA and Boeing spent months trying to troubleshoot the repeated thruster failures and helium leaks while Starliner remained docked to the ISS. The decision to send Starliner back uncrewed came only after extensive evaluations and ground tests in New Mexico replicated some—but not all—of the problems encountered in orbit. Engineers traced thrust degradation to heat damage of Teflon seals in the thrusters, leading to concerns about reliability and safety. Even after repairs and multiple reboot attempts of the thruster units in orbit, uncertainties persisted. This led NASA to opt for extreme caution regarding astronaut safety.

    When the uncrewed Starliner undocked September 6, it performed a gentler departure, relying mainly on its unaffected forward-facing thrusters. It landed successfully at White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico, deploying its parachutes and airbags as planned. However, during reentry, Starliner encountered unrelated navigation glitches and another thruster failed to ignite, suggesting the spacecraft’s reliability remains in question moving forward. The episode sparked heavy media attention, with NASA and Boeing criticized for what some reporters saw as a lack of transparency around the mission’s mounting difficulties.

    Boeing’s space program as a whole has faced additional scrutiny amid these Starliner issues. Aviation Week notes Boeing is focused on recovery and is not initiating a new commercial aircraft program, prioritizing stabilization over new launches at the moment. Boeing’s role in other areas of aerospace remains significant, with ongoing work in defense and satellite programs according to the site Kalkine Media, but setbacks like those seen with Starliner and recent contract losses in military aviation have led to a sense that Boeing is in a period of critical reassessment.

    In defense news, Boeing remains in the running to secure the highly coveted U.S. Navy contract for the next F/A-XX fighter jet, which would provide a major boost for its defense business after losing out on other high-profile projects in recent years, according to Breaking Defense.

    On the space launch front beyond Starliner, discussions of modernization and reusable launch vehicles as part of broader industry trends have continued according to The Austin Company, but specific Boeing milestones on new launches have been muted amid the continuing fallout from the Starliner capsule’s troubled mission.

    Listeners, these developments underscore a pivotal moment for Boeing’s efforts in human spaceflight and its broader aerospace ambitions. Thanks for tuning in—be sure to subscribe for more updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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  • Starliner Saga: NASA Astronauts Face Extended ISS Stay as Boeing Tackles Propulsion Challenges

    Starliner Saga: NASA Astronauts Face Extended ISS Stay as Boeing Tackles Propulsion Challenges
    2025/10/05
    Boeing’s Starliner program has dominated headlines due to ongoing challenges with its mission to the International Space Station. NASA had initially planned for astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore to spend just over a week in space, but after a series of malfunctions on the Starliner’s June launch, the pair have now spent 153 days aboard the ISS. According to NASA’s recent updates, engineers traced the cause of the delay to critical issues with Starliner’s propulsion system, including helium leaks that pushed fuel into the system and led to the breakdown of several thrusters. NASA officials concluded that a crewed return on Starliner itself would be too risky after these propulsion anomalies, so Williams and Wilmore are now scheduled to return to Earth aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon vehicle, likely in early 2025. NASA reported that Starliner’s uncrewed return will be attempted by late next week, with ground teams planning to remotely guide the spacecraft through undocking, re-entry, and a parachute-landing at White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico.

    Recently released images of the stranded astronauts highlighted the toll such a prolonged mission can take. There’s growing health concern among medical professionals after photos surfaced showing Sunita Williams appearing gaunt and drawn. Dr. Vinay Gupta, a pulmonologist, explained that the visible weight loss and muscle loss are classic symptoms of extended stay in microgravity—and are compounded by the high-calorie but imbalanced diets available aboard the ISS. Gupta added that the issue wasn’t just metabolic but also relates to muscle atrophy and other physiological risks associated with long-duration spaceflight. Williams and Wilmore’s mission has called attention to the physical and mental stresses astronauts endure when missions do not go as planned.

    Boeing’s broader space and aviation programs are also in flux. The company is still grappling with major delays and cost overruns, particularly with its flagship 777X aircraft, whose entry into service has now slipped to at least 2027. Flight tests are ongoing, but delays have accumulated after certification setbacks, production strikes, and prior incidents, all of which have impacted management decisions and leadership changes at Boeing.

    In addition, Boeing is shifting its defense focus. Production of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet will wind down by 2025, unless new international orders are received to extend it to 2027. Resources and investment are being redirected toward developing next-generation military aircraft such as the F-47, America’s planned sixth-generation fighter jet. Boeing was officially named the primary contractor for the F-47 in March 2025, with first flight scheduled for 2028 and production already underway.

    Despite setbacks, Boeing continues to deliver across multiple aviation and defense programs, including commercial airline deals and international orders for military helicopters and advanced crewed aircraft. Production has resumed across manufacturing lines following resolution of labor disputes last year.

    For listeners following developments in spaceflight, the coming weeks will be critical for Boeing and NASA. The planned uncrewed Starliner return will be closely watched as a test of the capsule’s rescue reliability and as a pivotal moment for Boeing’s ability to recover confidence in its space program. The fate of the astronauts who’ve endured this protracted mission, as well as Boeing’s ongoing pivots in both the civilian and defense sectors, make this a defining period in the company’s history.

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  • Boeing's Starliner Challenges and New Aircraft Development Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

    Boeing's Starliner Challenges and New Aircraft Development Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
    2025/10/01
    Listeners, over the past few days, Boeing's Starliner program and Boeing’s broader space and aviation operations have been making headlines for several key developments.

    First, turning to the Starliner, recent news coverage by Teslarati notes that NASA and Boeing successfully attempted another Starliner landing following an issue where the spacecraft missed its intended orbit. While specific details about the outcome remain limited, the very fact that Starliner’s operation captured attention again reinforces both the challenges and the persistence surrounding Boeing’s efforts to become a reliable NASA partner in crewed spaceflight. This fits into a larger context where every Starliner test and operational milestone remains under tremendous scrutiny after years of delays, technical issues, and comparison with SpaceX’s Crew Dragon program.

    Moving to Boeing’s commercial space program as a whole, multiple reports, including from the Wall Street Journal and Fox Business, reveal that Boeing is quietly pushing forward on a new aircraft—their first clean-sheet single-aisle jet since the 737 MAX, which is aimed to eventually replace the troubled MAX line. Company sources suggest that development is still in its early phases, focusing currently on advanced cockpit designs and negotiations for what’s intended to be an extremely fuel-efficient engine with Rolls-Royce. The engine under discussion, according to Aerotime, is expected to offer up to 20 percent better fuel efficiency than the powerplants used on the Airbus A320neo.

    This push for a modern, ground-up design represents Boeing’s response to years of safety concerns and production missteps, especially after the infamous 737 MAX grounding and the 787 Dreamliner production delays. According to Leeham News, this new project is the culmination of years of secretive parallel design work, with the company evaluating radical new wing geometries and weighing the trade-offs of truss-braced versus traditional tube-wing designs. Former CEO David Calhoun’s leadership saw Boeing exploring both futuristic and conventional approaches, and the new administration is tasked with picking the direction that can both mitigate regulatory hurdles and maintain competitiveness against Airbus.

    At a recent investor event, Boeing’s CEO Kelly Ortberg admitted the company is behind schedule on certifying its new widebody 777-9 while simultaneously having to boost reliability and safety oversight for all new models following persistent FAA scrutiny. Significantly, as of September 29th, the FAA has just permitted Boeing to issue some airworthiness certificates for both the 737 MAX and 787, although the agency made clear this is a tentative step and not a return to business as usual.

    In total, listeners should note that Boeing is deep in a transitional period: working to rehabilitate its reputation and engineering culture, renewing focus on product reliability, and quietly investing billions into the next generation of aviation technology, all while maintaining its place as a key American player in both crewed spaceflight and commercial aircraft.

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  • Starliner Saga Ends: Astronauts Return Home as Boeing Unveils Innovative Manufacturing Approach

    Starliner Saga Ends: Astronauts Return Home as Boeing Unveils Innovative Manufacturing Approach
    2025/09/28
    Since Friday, the Boeing Starliner saga has shifted from extended uncertainty to a week of long-awaited resolution. Listeners who’ve followed the headline-dominating story will know that NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been living on the International Space Station for more than nine months, after propulsion problems with their Boeing-built Starliner capsule made it unfit for a return trip to Earth. Their stay, originally expected to last just eight days, has been at the center of fierce political debate as some claimed they were “stranded” or “abandoned” under the previous administration.

    Despite the rhetoric, Wilmore and Williams have insisted they never felt stuck, explaining in a series of interviews—such as one reported by CNN—that NASA’s crew planning has always prepared for contingencies and longer-than-expected stays. Political figures, especially President Donald Trump and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, fanned the narrative of abandonment; Musk even publicly clashed with European astronauts online, prompting Wilmore to remark during a press conference, “What he says is absolutely factual,” while also maintaining that politics did not impact their safety.

    The highly anticipated change came with the successful launch of NASA’s Crew-10 mission aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule on Saturday night from Kennedy Space Center, as detailed by AFP. The new crew of four docked at the ISS on Sunday morning, making way for Wilmore and Williams—along with NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov—to return home aboard another Dragon capsule. Final coverage from NASA is scheduled for Monday night, with splashdown planned off the coast of Florida early Tuesday.

    This crew handover, described by the Associated Press as routine but of “unusual significance,” effectively closes a chapter on months of speculation around the Starliner program’s reliability. The capsule itself had already been returned to Earth—empty—well before Hague and Gorbunov’s launch last September, reflecting Boeing's ongoing technical struggles.

    Beyond Starliner, Boeing’s space division appears locked in a battle for credibility and consistency. According to Machinery Market, on September 27 Boeing unveiled a new production approach for satellite solar arrays using 3D-printed structures, which slashes build times by 50 percent. Michelle Parker, Boeing Space Mission Systems’ vice president, said that the approach enables customers to deploy resilient satellite constellations far faster than before. This innovation could have major ramifications for Boeing’s future spacecraft and its competitiveness in the NewSpace economy.

    The company’s overall financials remain volatile. MarketBeat reports that Boeing’s Q3 earnings call is set for October 22, following a quarter marked by lawsuits, challenging negotiations with China, and regulatory scrutiny around its commercial airplanes. While the defense and space sector is pivotal to Boeing’s long-term outlook, outlets like The Business Standard have noted that troubles continue not only in commercial aviation but also in space programs, with the company lagging behind Airbus in some key markets and carrying heavy debt.

    Looking to the future, NASA issued a draft announcement this month inviting commercial partners—including Boeing—to help build the next generation of space stations to replace the ISS by 2030. This could bring new opportunities for the company, though Starliner’s setbacks will likely weigh on its reputation as partnerships are evaluated.

    In summary, the past few days have marked a significant turning point for Boeing’s Starliner and space endeavors: Wilmore and Williams’ return to Earth will quiet speculation about astronaut safety, while Boeing’s rapid manufacturing announcement underscores a commitment to innovation. However, internal challenges and external pressures remain strong as the company navigates into the last quarter of 2025.

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  • Boeing's Starliner Woes: Operational Challenges Undermine Space Ambitions

    Boeing's Starliner Woes: Operational Challenges Undermine Space Ambitions
    2025/09/24
    Boeing’s Starliner program has faced significant turmoil in the past few days, as operational headaches continue to ripple through the company’s space ambitions. NASA confirmed that astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who traveled to the International Space Station in June aboard Starliner’s first crewed flight, remain stranded on the ISS months after their planned eight-day stay. Originally, Starliner was set to return them home, but problems with its propulsion system—revealed during that journey—forced NASA to reconsider and conduct exhaustive reliability tests. Despite these efforts, NASA concluded the safest option was to bring the astronauts back to Earth on SpaceX’s upcoming Crew-9 mission and not risk a crewed Starliner re-entry.

    NASA’s associate administrator Jim Free emphasized the drama of this shift in plans: the new SpaceX deployment leaves two seats empty specifically to ferry Wilmore and Williams home. The Crew-9 mission, using a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, is due to launch on Saturday, with docking at the ISS expected Sunday. This marks a rare instance where a rival’s spacecraft bails out a competitor’s crew, showcasing SpaceX’s reliability for regular ISS rotations while measurable confidence in Starliner has eroded.

    This episode has cast a shadow over Boeing’s broader space operations. Starliner was originally a cornerstone of the Commercial Crew Program, but ongoing technical hitches and extended astronaut stays have resulted in setbacks for Boeing’s reputation, making NASA increasingly reliant on SpaceX’s proven Dragon system.

    Meanwhile, Boeing’s focus appears to be shifting toward innovation in its defense and space sector, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness. Just yesterday at the annual Air, Space & Cyber Conference, Boeing and Palantir announced a major partnership intended to integrate Palantir’s AI-powered Foundry platform across all Boeing Defense, Space & Security factories and programs. The aim is to unify data analytics and speed up production of spacecraft, satellites, military aircraft, and other assets. Boeing CEO Steve Parker describes this as a “natural fit,” designed not only for better factory operation but also as a direct boost to classified, mission-critical military systems, supporting sensitive military customers.

    Financially, Boeing’s $26 billion annual defense revenues offer a buffer, but the Starliner headaches underscore the challenges of balancing cutting-edge innovation with the reality of operational execution. This new AI strategy, with Palantir’s software streamlining logistics and analytics across production lines, is part of Boeing’s larger effort to reassert itself technologically in a rapidly evolving aerospace and defense sector.

    All the while, NASA’s astronaut rescue on the Dragon demonstrates how rapidly the competitive landscape can shift and how reliability is crucial for operational success. SpaceX’s flexibility and technical prowess have been essential in preventing gaps in crew rotation, preventing the Starliner delays from undermining NASA’s presence on the ISS. The outcome is both a pointed lesson for Boeing and a signpost for how future commercial space endeavors will depend on both technological innovation and operational dependability.

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  • Stranded Astronauts Await Rescue as Boeing's Starliner Faces Ongoing Challenges

    Stranded Astronauts Await Rescue as Boeing's Starliner Faces Ongoing Challenges
    2025/09/21
    Boeing’s Starliner program has dominated headlines this week after a dramatic series of operations and delays that have left two NASA astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, unexpectedly stranded on the International Space Station since June, following technical challenges with the Starliner vehicle. According to USA TODAY, the Starliner, intended to serve as one of NASA’s primary crew vehicles alongside SpaceX’s Dragon, was deemed unfit for return transport due to lingering issues after its troubled inaugural crewed flight. As a result, Wilmore and Williams have remained in orbit months beyond their planned return, awaiting the launch of SpaceX’s Crew-10 mission to make way for their return aboard a Dragon capsule selected for its reliability.

    NASA’s approach has been cautious. Normally, crew rotations are tightly scheduled, but in this case, protocol required the Starliner astronauts to wait both for their Dragon-based ride and for the arrival of a replacement crew—the Crew-10 mission. Crew-10 includes NASA’s Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, JAXA’s Takuya Onishi, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov. They have been at Kennedy Space Center, running through rehearsals and readying themselves for a mission that not only continues critical science but also orchestrates the Starliner handover and return. Florida Today reports that the Crew-10 launch, delayed multiple times since February, is now set for as early as Wednesday, with the Starliner astronauts expected to return to Earth as soon as this upcoming weekend, after Crew-10 arrives and a rapid handover concludes.

    The saga has turned the spotlight on broader questions about Boeing’s role in NASA’s Commercial Crew Program. Boeing’s Starliner was intended as a backup and rival to SpaceX’s Dragon, part of NASA’s strategy for redundancy and commercial partnership. Instead, these months of delays have raised scrutiny of Boeing’s programmatic reliability. According to AOL.com, the Starliner undocked in September for a parachute-assisted landing in New Mexico, but crucially, it did so without its crew, underscoring the unresolved safety and technical issues.

    Meanwhile, Boeing as a company has been pushing public messaging about its safety and quality reforms. In a statement updated in June 2025, Boeing highlighted new initiatives, including over 550 hours of added staff training and sophisticated safety metrics like employee proficiency and rework hours, aiming to address both employee skill gaps and production risks. Their Safety Management System is touted as a response mechanism to issues like those plaguing Starliner, though industry observers remain watchful for substantive results.

    The ongoing drama comes at a pivotal time for American space exploration. NASA is set to announce its latest astronaut class this week and is advancing the Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the moon by 2026. These new initiatives emphasize the necessity of dependable crew transport, raising the stakes for Boeing’s Starliner recovery not just for those aboard the ISS now, but for the future of NASA’s broader human spaceflight ambitions, as outlined by reporting from Space.com.

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