Last minute issue halts launch of Boeing's first astronaut flight
Two NASA astronauts were strapped into the company's Starliner capsule and awaiting liftoff when the countdown was halted at three minutes and 50 seconds
 "Boeing Starliner, Space")
The launch was previously delayed for leak checks and rocket repairs. Image: Bloomberg
Listen to This Article
A last-minute problem halted Saturday's launch countdown for Boeing's first astronaut flight.
Two NASA astronauts were strapped into the company's Starliner capsule and awaiting liftoff when the countdown was halted at three minutes and 50 seconds.
ALSO READ: US shifts focus to China risks; Zelenskyy attends Asia defence meeting
ALSO READ: US shifts focus to China risks; Zelenskyy attends Asia defence meeting
With only a split second to take off Saturday afternoon, there was no time to work the latest trouble and everything was called off.
The launch was previously delayed for leak checks and rocket repairs.
NASA wants a backup to SpaceX, which has been flying astronauts for four years.
More From This Section
Topics : Boeing Astronauts NASA International Space Station
Don't miss the most important news and views of the day. Get them on our Telegram channel
First Published: Jun 01 2024 | 5:55 PM IST