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NASA Releases Report on Starliner Crewed Flight Test Investigation

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NASA found issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft during a test flight, raising concerns about the safety and reliability of the system that is meant to transport astronauts to the International Space Station.

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NASA released a report investigating technical issues and organizational factors that contributed to problems during the Boeing Starliner spacecraft's crewed test flight to the International Space Station in 2024. NASA classified the mission as a Type A mishap due to the loss of spacecraft maneuverability.

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