NASA ramps up support to get Boeing's astronaut capsule flying after Butch and Suni fiasco
- Posted on September 28, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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Following technical challenges with its Starliner spacecraft, NASA is increasing financial resources and technical assistance to Boeing to expedite repairs and resumption of crewed missions. The space agency remains committed to diversifying its transportation capabilities by supporting the aerospace company's return to operational status, while maintaining safety standards for astronaut missions to the International Space Station.
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NASA ramps up support to get Boeing's astronaut capsule flying after Butch and Suni fiasco
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA is throwing extra support and money behind Boeing’s troubled astronaut capsule to get it fixed and flying again as soon as possible.
