NASA's Swift Shift: Crew Dragon to Expedite Astronauts' Return

NASA has replaced the astronaut capsule for an upcoming International Space Station mission, opting for a previously flown SpaceX Crew Dragon. This decision accelerates the return of two astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been aboard longer than expected due to previous spacecraft delays.

NASA announced a strategic change in its upcoming mission to the International Space Station by swapping an astronaut capsule.

The U.S. space agency will utilize a previously flown SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule for its Crew-10 mission, bringing forward the launch to March 12.

This change enables an earlier return for astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who are currently on the station aboard Boeing's delayed Starliner capsule.

(With inputs from agencies.)