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NASA plans Starliner test flights after crew delay
NASA is planning to resume Boeing’s Starliner program with an uncrewed flight to the ISS in 2027 and a crewed mission by 2028, following delays that left astronauts stranded at the space station. The agency remains committed to helping Boeing improve the spacecraft after multiple technical issues.
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What The Reports Agree On
- ✓NASA is committed to helping Boeing improve the Starliner spacecraft.
- ✓An uncrewed Starliner flight to the ISS is planned for 2027.
- ✓A crewed Starliner flight is targeted for no later than 2028.
- ✓The delays are linked to technical upgrades and improvements needed after previous issues.
- ✓Astronauts were previously left at the space station due to Starliner delays.
Where They Diverge
Emphasis on NASA’s ongoing commitment vs. timeline specifics
CBS News Focuses on NASA’s continued support for Boeing and the need for upgrades after astronauts were stranded, with less emphasis on specific future dates.
TASS English Provides concrete timelines (2027 uncrewed, 2028 crewed) and names NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, suggesting a more formal, forward-looking announcement.
Editorial Positioning
CBS News +0.0Balances NASA’s commitment with the problem of stranded astronauts; does not favor one side over the other but reports the situation factually.
TASS English +0.0Presents official NASA plans neutrally, quoting the administrator; no clear slant toward criticism or praise.
Source Reports
Crewed Starliner flight planned by 2028 — NASA
Administrator Jared Isaacman says that NASA also plans to conduct an uncrewed Starliner flight to the ISS in 2027
NASA plans Starliner test flight after astronauts got stuck at space station
NASA says it is committed to helping Boeing get its Starliner back in space after multiple upgrades and improvements.