Overview

• Sunita Williams returned to Earth on March 18, 2025, after a 286-day mission aboard the ISS, her longest space journey to date.
• Her mission, initially planned for 10 days, was extended due to technical failures with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which was deemed unsafe for return.
• Williams shared a viral video of her reunion with her dogs, Gunner and Gorby, which resonated with audiences and even drew a reaction from Elon Musk.
• She expressed admiration for India during her mission and plans to collaborate with ISRO, reflecting her deep ties to her father's homeland.
• The mission underscored the importance of contingency planning and highlighted SpaceX's Crew Dragon as a reliable alternative for astronaut transport.