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SpaceX is conducting a rescue mission to bring NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore back to Earth due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner.
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Elon Musk joked about the mission, comparing it to a “ride hailing service” in space.
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The successful collaboration between SpaceX and NASA sets the stage for future routine space travel.
Elon Musk, known for his witty remarks, recently joked about SpaceX’s rescue mission to bring NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore back to Earth. The mission was prompted by technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner, and Musk couldn’t resist comparing it to a “ride hailing service” in space.
The rescue mission involves sending only two astronauts on the upcoming Crew-9 flight, leaving room for Williams and Wilmore to return to Earth safely. This collaboration between SpaceX and NASA highlights the growing role of SpaceX in human spaceflight and sets the stage for what could one day be a routine service.
Musk’s joke may make the mission sound easy, but it underscores the significance of SpaceX’s involvement in ensuring the astronauts’ safe return. The successful completion of this mission will mark another milestone in space exploration and pave the way for future collaborations between SpaceX and NASA.
Potential Tesla/SpaceX collab: ride hailing works even if you’re in space! https://t.co/9mEvlmZPHE
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 27, 2024
