‘Mission failure’: Nasa’s harsh verdict on Sunita Williams’ Starliner mission

 NASA has classified Boeing’s Starliner mission as a “Type A mishap” following a troubled 2024 flight that left astronauts stranded for months. The agency cited technical flaws and management shortcomings, emphasizing leadership accountability and the need for corrective actions before future flights. NASA acknowledged its own role in accepting the vehicle and launching the crew. NASA has classified Boeing’s Starliner mission as a “Type A mishap” following a troubled 2024 flight that left astronauts stranded for months. The agency cited technical flaws and management shortcomings, emphasizing leadership accountability and the need for corrective actions before future flights. NASA acknowledged its own role in accepting the vehicle and launching the crew.