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‘Not stranded in space’: how Nasa lost control of Boeing Starliner narrative

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Technical issues with the pioneering spacecraft mean it is still docked to the orbiting outpost, 59 days into a maiden crewed test mission.

Announcements in recent days suggest a return date for the capsule is finally imminent.

Experts say there is nothing unexpected or unusual about an experimental spaceflight developing problems, or mission managers dedicating time to diagnose and fix them.

Massimino says Boeing ’s fledgling spaceflight troubles would, ultimately, pass quietly into history.

“They seem to be understanding the problems they have. I have confidence they’re going to understand what those things were, fix them for the next time and get Starliner and the crew back safely”.

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