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Boeing Starliner Launch Delayed Again Due to Helium Leak

NASA and Boeing address safety concerns, rescheduling first crewed mission to May 25

  • A helium leak in the Starliner's service module prompted the latest delay.
  • NASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams remain in quarantine ahead of the new launch date.
  • The leak has been traced to a flange on a reaction control system thruster.
  • Boeing and NASA are ensuring the issue poses no risk before proceeding.
  • This mission aims to certify Starliner for regular crewed flights to the ISS.
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