Boeing Starliner Crew Successfully Docks with ISS Despite Technical Challenges

Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore overcome thruster malfunctions and helium leaks on Starliner's maiden crewed flight.

Starliner experienced multiple thruster malfunctions and helium leaks en route to the ISS.
Manual piloting by the crew ensured safe docking after autonomous systems faced issues.
This mission is a critical step for Boeing to certify Starliner for regular ISS missions.
Sunita Williams became the first woman to pilot a new crewed spacecraft on its inaugural mission.
The crew will spend about a week on the ISS to conduct tests and scientific experiments.