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Sunita Williams return LIVE Updates: Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams to return to Earth after nearly 300 days in space


Published on 2025-03-16 23:22:23 - Mint
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  • Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams are set to return to Earth after nearly 300 days in space, far exceeding their original 8-day mission plan.

The article from LiveMint discusses the ongoing developments related to astronaut Sunita Williams' return from the International Space Station (ISS). It highlights that NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who were launched to the ISS aboard Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, are set to be replaced by a new crew. The new crew will be launched using SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon capsule, marking another significant mission in space travel. The article provides updates on the preparations for this transition, including the readiness of the SpaceX Falcon 9 and Dragon for the upcoming mission, and the current status of Williams and Wilmore aboard the ISS. It also touches on the broader context of space exploration, including the competitive landscape between SpaceX and Boeing in providing crew transportation services to NASA.

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[ https://www.livemint.com/science/sunita-williams-return-live-updates-new-crew-replace-butch-wilmore-expedition-spacex-s-falcon-9-dragon-capsule-11742027058871.html ]