NASA Halts Boeing Starliner Missions

NASA has decided to halt upcoming crewed missions for Boeing's Starliner spacecraft following a failed test flight that stranded two astronauts aboard the ISS. Instead, NASA will use SpaceX's Dragon capsule for its Crew-10 and Crew-11 missions, scheduled for February and July 2025, respectively. The space agency stated that the timing for Starliner's next flight will depend on a clearer understanding of Boeing's path to system certification. Boeing's Starliner has faced numerous issues, including helium leaks and thruster failures, raising doubts about its reliability. NASA initially planned for Starliner to conduct several manned missions; however, with delays and failures, it remains uncertain when Boeing will achieve the necessary certification to resume crewed flights. The agency is considering options for a potential Starliner flight in 2025, but it is unclear if that flight will carry a crew.