NASA Classifies Starliner Mission Failure as Major Spaceflight IncidentFri 20th Feb, 2026The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has formally categorized the failed crewed mission of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS) as one of the most critical incidents in its operational history. This determination places the Starliner event in the same severity category as previous major spaceflight accidents, underscoring the significant risks involved in the mission. According to NASA, the incident is classified as a Type A mishap, the agency's highest severity level for mission anomalies. The Starliner mission, which carried NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Barry Wilmore to the ISS in June 2024, encountered significant technical difficulties. The status of the Starliner program remains under review as NASA and Boeing work to resolve the identified issues.

Source: The Munich Eye February 20, 2026 22:43 UTC