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Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore to Stay in Space Until 2025

CosmicTaco · 2024-08-21T10:41:37.699661+05:30

- Astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, who arrived at the ISS on Boeing's Starliner in June, will remain in space until February 2025 due to helium leaks and thruster failures. - Boeing assures there's 'no increased risk' in bringing them back on the Starliner, but NASA is considering a SpaceX flight for their return. - The ISS, spanning 356 feet, includes six sleeping quarters, two bathrooms, a gym, and a 360-degree view bay window, housing nine astronauts currently. - The station's oxygen generation and recycling systems ensure a sustainable environment, converting exhaled CO2 and urine into usable resources. - Recent supply missions have provided the astronauts with essentials, including personal clothing and favorite snacks like Sunita Williams' Nutter Butter spread. Source: [Mint](https://www.livemint.com/science/news/how-will-sunita-williams-and-barry-wilmore-stay-in-space-till-2025-check-details-11724062468137.html)

Astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, who arrived at the ISS on Boeing's Starliner in June, will remain in space until February 2025 due to helium leaks and thruster failures.
Boeing assures there's 'no increased risk' in bringing them back on the Starliner, but NASA is considering a SpaceX flight for their return.
The ISS, spanning 356 feet, includes six sleeping quarters, two bathrooms, a gym, and a 360-degree view bay window, housing nine astronauts currently.
The station's oxygen generation and recycling systems ensure a sustainable environment, converting exhaled CO2 and urine into usable resources.
Recent supply missions have provided the astronauts with essentials, including personal clothing and favorite snacks like Sunita Williams' Nutter Butter spread.

Source: Mint