Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is experiencing five "small" helium leaks as its first astronaut-crewed flight test continues, the aerospace company and NASA said in an update on Monday. While a major milestone was reached when Starliner successfully docked and delivered two NASA astronauts at the International Space Station (ISS) on June 6, the leaks mark the latest of several hurdles faced during this mission, including previous helium leaks and a thruster issue. MORE: NASA sets new launch date for Boeing Starliner's 1st astronaut-crewed flight after delaysThe leaks are similar to those discovered during Starliner's May 25 launch attempt. PHOTO: Boeing Starliner spacecraft prepares to dock with the International Space Station for the first time on June 6, 2024. Boeing's Starliner has 5 'small' helium leaks as astronauts' ISS mission is extended: NASA originally appeared on abcnews.go.com

Source: ABC News June 12, 2024 04:27 UTC