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NASA Cancels NG-22 Cygnus Mission After Spacecraft Damage

Damage to the cargo module during transit forces NASA to adjust ISS resupply plans, relying on SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft for immediate needs.

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Overview

  • NASA confirmed the NG-22 Cygnus mission is canceled due to irreparable damage to its Pressurized Cargo Module sustained during transit to the Kennedy Space Center.
  • The next Cygnus mission, NG-23, is now planned for no earlier than fall 2025 and may use a different spacecraft, pending assessments of the damaged module's repairability.
  • SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft will handle the next ISS resupply mission in April, with an adjusted manifest prioritizing food and consumables to sustain the crew.
  • The cancellation highlights logistical challenges for the ISS, including potential delays in waste disposal typically handled by Cygnus missions.
  • NASA is exploring contingency options for future resupply, including the potential use of Boeing's Starliner and Sierra Space's Dream Chaser, though both remain under development.