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NASA Slashes Boeing's Starliner Deal: What Went Wrong?
TL;DR
Nobody likes a botched mission, especially when it involves space travel. After a catastrophic 2024 Starliner mission, NASA is scaling back Boeing’s deal. Here are the key points:
- Reduced Flights: Following a fumbled astronaut flight, NASA is cutting down the number of Starliner missions.
- Shift to Cargo: The next Starliner mission will only carry cargo, ditching the original plan for a crewed flight.
- Future Implications: This decision raises questions about Boeing's reliability and the future of the Starliner program.
Here's the full scoop.