Astronaut Suni Williams eager to visit New England after ISS mission

Astronaut Sunita L. Williams, a native of Needham, Massachusetts, recently held a press conference at NASA's Johnson Space Center following her unexpected nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), originally planned for just eight days. Williams expressed her eagerness to return to New England, mentioning personal ties and her longing to enjoy local activities, such as attending a Red Sox game. During the press conference, she shared her experience of being stranded due to issues with the Boeing Starliner, which included propulsion system leaks and thruster failures. Despite the extended duration, Williams noted that she never felt truly 'stuck,' as there was always a way to return. Now back on Earth, she has resumed her fitness routine and is looking forward to enjoying local treats like Marshmallow Fluff. Williams's mission became the sixth longest in NASA's history, underscoring her resilience and adaptability in space.