Boeing's Starliner Set for First Crewed Flight Despite Helium Leak

NASA and Boeing move forward with the June 1 launch, addressing technical concerns and ensuring safety measures.

Starliner will carry NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams to the International Space Station.
The launch follows multiple delays due to valve issues and a helium leak in the spacecraft's service module.
NASA and Boeing have assessed the leak and determined it poses no significant risk to the mission's success.
The mission aims to certify Starliner for regular crewed missions, providing an alternative to SpaceX's Crew Dragon.
Live coverage of the launch and docking will be available on NASA's platforms.