Boeing's Starliner Returns to Earth Without Crew After Test Mission

NASA and Boeing face challenges as they evaluate the spacecraft's thruster issues and plan future missions.

• Starliner successfully landed in New Mexico but left its two astronauts on the ISS due to safety concerns.
• The spacecraft experienced thruster failures and helium leaks during its mission, prompting NASA to keep the crew onboard the ISS.
• NASA and Boeing are investigating the causes of the thruster overheating and potential software changes to mitigate the issues.
• The spacecraft achieved 85-90% of its mission objectives despite the technical problems encountered.
• Plans for Starliner's next flight remain uncertain, with discussions ongoing about potential further tests before operational missions.

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