SpaceX and NASA Set to Launch Crew-9 Mission to ISS

SpaceX and NASA have announced they plan to launch the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station on August 18. This decision follows the Federal Aviation Administration's clearance of SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket after a rare mid-flight failure earlier in the month grounded it temporarily.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 29-07-2024 02:28 IST | Created: 29-07-2024 02:28 IST
SpaceX and NASA Set to Launch Crew-9 Mission to ISS
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SpaceX and NASA are prepping for the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), set for launch on August 18. The announcement was made Friday, following the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) approval of SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket to return to space.

This clearance comes after a rare mid-flight failure earlier in the month had temporarily grounded the Falcon 9. The successful launch of Crew-9 will mark a significant milestone for SpaceX and NASA, solidifying their ongoing collaboration in space exploration.

The mission will contribute to the ISS's ongoing scientific and technological advancements, further enhancing our understanding of space and pioneering new frontiers in human spaceflight.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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