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Astronaut-carrying "Starliner" begins test journey

The Boeing "Starliner" project, initially meant for transporting astronauts to and from the ISS, has been marred by numerous setbacks and delays. However, it is finally making progress.

Nasa astronauts Butch Wilmore (l) and Suni Williams shortly before the launch at Cape Canaveral.
Nasa astronauts Butch Wilmore (l) and Suni Williams shortly before the launch at Cape Canaveral.

Exploring the cosmos - Astronaut-carrying "Starliner" begins test journey

The Starliner spacecraft, plagued with delays, has finally lifted off for its first crewed test flight to the International Space Station (ISS). Boasting NASA astronauts Barry Wilmore and Suni Williams on board, the spacecraft blasted off on a Wednesday morning from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. NASA live-streamed the event for all to see.

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