NASA and Boeing Plan Starliner Redesign for 2028 Crewed Flight, Expand Mission Options

NASA and Boeing announced Starliner spacecraft parts will be redesigned before a crewed flight in 2028, addressing helium leak issues. The agencies also plan to exercise options for a fifth and sixth Starliner mission to the International Space Station. This update outlines the path forward for Boeing's crew transportation system, including certifying the Vulcan rocket for future use after the Atlas V's final flight, ensuring continued access to the ISS.