Leaks and thruster failures almost derailed their arrival at the International Space Station.
Two astronauts who should have been back on Earth weeks ago have said they are confident that Boeing’s space capsule can return them safely, despite breakdowns.
Leaks and thruster failures almost derailed their arrival at the International Space Station, and has kept them there much longer than planned.In their first news conference from orbit, they said they expect to return once thruster testing is complete here on Earth. “I have a real good feeling in my heart that the spacecraft will bring us home, no problem,” Ms Williams told reporters.
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