NASA and SpaceX Plan Crew-11 Return Amid Medical Concerns

NASA and SpaceX are planning to undock the Crew-11 mission from the International Space Station on January 14, contingent on weather. This decision follows NASA's consideration of an early return due to a medical issue concerning an astronaut.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 10-01-2026 07:38 IST | Created: 10-01-2026 07:38 IST
NASA and SpaceX Plan Crew-11 Return Amid Medical Concerns
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NASA announced that it is collaborating with SpaceX to undock the Crew-11 mission from the International Space Station on January 14, if weather permits. The decision comes amid medical concerns about an astronaut's health, prompting the space agency to contemplate an earlier return.

The return schedule of Crew-11 is being closely monitored, contingent on atmospheric conditions around the planned departure date. This is part of NASA's precautionary approach to ensuring the safety of its crew members.

The announcement marks a proactive stance taken by NASA in addressing medical issues in space, highlighting the challenges faced in executing missions under unforeseen circumstances.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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