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ISS Prepares for Crew Dragon Capsule Relocation

NASA and SpaceX coordinate to clear docking space for upcoming supply mission to the International Space Station.

  • NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut will relocate a Crew Dragon capsule to a new docking port this Sunday.
  • The operation is necessary to make room for a Dragon spacecraft delivering supplies and scientific materials next week.
  • This maneuver marks the fifth time a manned Crew Dragon has been repositioned on the ISS.
  • Both NASA and SpaceX control centers are actively involved in coordinating the relocation process.
  • Previous similar operations include a May relocation to accommodate the arrival of the Starliner spacecraft.
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