NASA’s 2 stuck astronauts take their first spacewalk together
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NASA’s 2 stuck astronauts take their first spacewalk together

Associated Press  

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — NASA’s two stuck astronauts took their first spacewalk together Thursday, exiting the International Space Station almost eight months after moving in. Commander Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore removed a broken antenna and wiped the station’s exterior for evidence of any microbes that might still be alive after launching from Earth and escaping through vents. But their brand new ride, Boeing’s Starliner capsule, encountered so much trouble that NASA decided to return it empty. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Science and Educational Media Group and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

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Wait over? Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore set to return to Earth around THIS day after nearly a year in space
1 month, 1 week ago

Wait over? Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore set to return to Earth around THIS day after nearly a year in space

Live Mint  

Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore would return to Earth around March 19, 2025. Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been aboard the International Space Station since September, mentioned their date of return while speaking to CNN. The new schedule shortens Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's extended stay in space, which officially reached the eight-month mark last week. "NASA …

NASA reveals probable date of Sunita Williams, Butch Willmore's return to Earth from ISS | Check here
1 month, 1 week ago

NASA reveals probable date of Sunita Williams, Butch Willmore's return to Earth from ISS | Check here

India TV News  

Sunita Williams to return from ISS: Sunita Williams, the Indian-origin NASA astronaut, and her colleague Butch Willmore are set to return to Earth from the International Space Station earlier than expected, with a probable date of March 19. Both Williams and Wilmore have been stuck in space since last September as there was some technical issue with Boeing's Starliner that …

Astronaut stuck on International Space Station for months just broke the record for total spacewalk time by a woman
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Astronaut stuck on International Space Station for months just broke the record for total spacewalk time by a woman

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy NASA astronaut Sunita “Suni” Williams, one of the two astronauts on an unintentionally …

NASA's Sunita Williams breaks spacewalk record during extended ISS mission
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NASA's Sunita Williams breaks spacewalk record during extended ISS mission

Hindustan Times  

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams has broken the record for total spacewalking time by a woman by logging 62 hours and 6 minutes of spacewalk. With 62 hours and 6 minutes of spacewalking, Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams has shattered the record for the longest spacewalk by a female. "NASA astronaut Sunita WIlliams just surpassed former astronaut Peggy Whitson's total spacewalking time …

Sunita Williams, stuck in space, breaks spacewalking record at International Space Station
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sunita Williams, stuck in space, breaks spacewalking record at International Space Station

Hindustan Times  

Astronaut Sunita ‘Suni’ Williams, who is stuck in space since months, on January 30 broke the record for total spacewalking time held by former astronaut Peggy Whitson, according to the International Space Station. US astronaut Suni Williams works outside the International Space Station during a spacewalk In a post on X, the ISS announced that the NASA astronaut had "surpassed …

Sunita Williams breaks record as two ‘stuck’ astronauts take 5.5-hour spacewalk together
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sunita Williams breaks record as two ‘stuck’ astronauts take 5.5-hour spacewalk together

Live Mint  

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams logged 62 hours and 6 minutes of spacewalking on Thursday, surpassing the record for the most time spent in the vacuum of space by a woman. During a five-and-a-half hour spacewalk with her colleague Butch Wilmore, Sunita Williams surpassed former astronaut Peggy Whitson's total spacewalking time of 60 hours and 21 minutes. "At 10:24 am central …

NASA astronauts, awaiting return after delay, conduct joint spacewalk
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NASA astronauts, awaiting return after delay, conduct joint spacewalk

India TV News  

NASA's two astronaut crew members, who had been stuck on the International Space Station for almost eight months, took part in their first spacewalk together. However, complications with Boeing's Starliner capsule led NASA to decide to return it empty, leaving both test pilots—who are also retired Navy captains—stranded in orbit until SpaceX could send replacements. Williams had recently participated in …

Sunita Williams broke this record during her 5.5-hour-long spacewalk
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sunita Williams broke this record during her 5.5-hour-long spacewalk

India Today  

Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams set a new record during her ninth spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Thursday. Joined by Astronaut Butch Willmore, Williams broke astronaut Peggy Whitson's record for crossing over 60 hours of spacewalk time. Williams now has 62 hours, and 6 minutes of total spacewalk time, fourth on NASA’s all-time list. The two astronauts completed their …

NASA’s Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore take their first spacewalk together
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NASA’s Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore take their first spacewalk together

Live Mint  

NASA’s two stuck astronauts, Commander Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, on Thursday took their first spacewalk together, as they exited the International Space Station almost eight months after moving in, reported news agency AP. Commander Williams and Wilmore floated out to perform maintenance work and wipe the International Space Station’s exterior for evidence of any microbes that may still be …

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams & Butch Wilmore remove ISS Antenna in their first spacewalk together
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams & Butch Wilmore remove ISS Antenna in their first spacewalk together

India Today  

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore stepped outside the International Space Station on Thursday for their first spacewalk together, nearly eight months after arriving. pic.twitter.com/sO8VKLf0iY — ISS Research January 30, 2025 The task wasn’t easy — unbolting the antenna proved tricky, and it took them almost four hours to finally pry it off. That won’t happen …

Only 4 Hrs Short: Sunita Williams Set To Become Most Experienced Woman Spacewalker After Jan 23
2 months, 1 week ago

Only 4 Hrs Short: Sunita Williams Set To Become Most Experienced Woman Spacewalker After Jan 23

ABP News  

NASA astronaut Sunita "Suni" Williams is set to solidify her place in space exploration history as one of the most experienced female spacewalkers. On January 16, she undertook a six-hour spacewalk along with fellow astronaut Nick Hague as they ventured out of the International Space Station to conduct critical upgrades and repairs. With eight extravehicular activities under her belt now, …

Sunita Williams completes 8th spacewalk, extends time to over 56 hours
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2 months, 1 week ago

Sunita Williams completes 8th spacewalk, extends time to over 56 hours

India Today  

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has completed her eighth spacewalk, extending her spacewalk time to over 56 hours. The six-hour extravehicular activity took place on January 16 as Williams and fellow astronaut Nick Hague ventured outside the International Space Station to conduct critical repairs and upgrades. Williams then replaced a reflector mounted atop the Harmony module, essential for guiding incoming spacecraft, …

NASA's stuck astronaut steps out on a spacewalk after 7 months in orbit
2 months, 1 week ago

NASA's stuck astronaut steps out on a spacewalk after 7 months in orbit

Hindustan Times  

CE CANAVERAL, Fla. — One of NASA’s two stuck astronauts got a much welcomed change of scenery Thursday, stepping out on her first spacewalk since arriving at the International Space Station more than seven months ago. HT Image Suni Williams, the station's commander, tackled some overdue outdoor repair work alongside NASA's Nick Hague. The two launched aboard Boeing’s new Starliner …

NASA's stuck astronaut steps out on a spacewalk after 8 months
2 months, 1 week ago

NASA's stuck astronaut steps out on a spacewalk after 8 months

Daily Mail  

After eight months inside the International Space Station, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams finally embarked on a long-awaited spacewalk. Originally planned as an eight-day mission, Williams and crewmate Butch Wilmore faced months of delays in returning to Earth. Prolonged time in space sparked concerns about Williams’ health, as her appearance in ISS photos raised questions. Williams and Hague’s recent repairs and …

Sunita Williams steps out on spacewalk after seven months in orbit
2 months, 1 week ago

Sunita Williams steps out on spacewalk after seven months in orbit

The Hindu  

One of NASA’s two stuck astronauts got a much welcomed change of scenery on Thursday, stepping out on her first spacewalk since arriving at the International Space Station more than seven months ago. Sunita Williams, the station's commander, had to tackle some overdue outdoor repair work alongside NASA's Nick Hague. Ms. Williams and Mr. Wilmore launched aboard Boeing’s new Starliner …

NASA’s Sunita Williams marks first spacewalk in over seven months on ISS after delays
2 months, 1 week ago

NASA’s Sunita Williams marks first spacewalk in over seven months on ISS after delays

Live Mint  

In a highly anticipated development, Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, the commander of the International Space Station, ventured out for her first spacewalk in over seven months on Thursday. Williams was joined by NASA astronaut Nick Hague for the essential outdoor repair work, marking a significant moment in their extended stay aboard the ISS. Williams, who launched aboard Boeing's Starliner capsule …

NASA’s stuck astronaut steps out on a spacewalk after 7 months in orbit
2 months, 1 week ago

NASA’s stuck astronaut steps out on a spacewalk after 7 months in orbit

Associated Press  

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — One of NASA’s two stuck astronauts got a much welcomed change of scenery Thursday, stepping out on her first spacewalk since arriving at the International Space Station more than seven months ago. Suni Williams, the station’s commander, tackled some overdue outdoor repair work alongside NASA’s Nick Hague. LIVE: NASA's stuck astronaut steps out on a spacewalk …

Sunita Williams to perform two spacewalks on THESE dates, NASA shares major update
2 months, 1 week ago

Sunita Williams to perform two spacewalks on THESE dates, NASA shares major update

Live Mint  

Astronauts Sunita Williams is set to undertake two spacewalks withing two weeks time. In a statement issued by NASA, Sunita Williams will venture outside the International Space Station along with Nick Hague to conduct spacewalk on January 16 to complete station upgrades. Details on Spacewalks NASA said that the first spacewalk scheduled will begin at 8 a.m. and last for …

NASA’s stuck astronauts hit six months in space. Just two more to go
3 months, 2 weeks ago

NASA’s stuck astronauts hit six months in space. Just two more to go

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Known across the globe as the stuck astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams …

NASA’s stuck astronauts hit 6 months in space. Just 2 more to go
3 months, 2 weeks ago

NASA’s stuck astronauts hit 6 months in space. Just 2 more to go

Associated Press  

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Known across the globe as the stuck astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams hit the six-month mark in space Thursday with two more to go. “I don’t look at these situations in life as being downers.” Boeing flew its Starliner capsule home empty in September, and NASA moved Wilmore and Williams to a SpaceX flight not …

Christina Koch and Jessica Meir head out for the first ever all-female spacewalk
5 years, 5 months ago

Christina Koch and Jessica Meir head out for the first ever all-female spacewalk

Firstpost  

Friday’s spacewalk is in line with the U.S. space agency’s aim to ramp up inclusivity in space. U.S. astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir made history on Friday when they stepped outside the International Space Station on the first all-female spacewalk. Koch and Meir, clad in white spacesuits and tethered by cords to the station some 254 miles above Earth, …

First all-woman spacewalk: How to watch the historic mission live starting 4 pm today
5 years, 5 months ago

First all-woman spacewalk: How to watch the historic mission live starting 4 pm today

Firstpost  

The mission marks the first time after 220 spacewalks that two women astronauts will embark on such a mission. Meir, who will perform her maiden spacewalk in this mission, will be the 15th woman overall and the 14th American woman to spacewalk since cosmonaut Alexey Leonov’s made history with the first one 54 years ago. The spacewalk was originally planned …

Spacewalking into ‘her-story’
5 years, 5 months ago

Spacewalking into ‘her-story’

Al Jazeera  

Astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir floated out of the ISS crew hatch into spacewalking history on Friday. At 11:38 GMT on Friday, United States astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir switched on their spacesuits’ battery packs and officially started spacewalk No. Since the crew on the ISS must work with what they already have on board, over the summer …

World's 1st spacewalker dies at 85, Nasa wraps up seven-hour spacewalk
5 years, 5 months ago

World's 1st spacewalker dies at 85, Nasa wraps up seven-hour spacewalk

India Today  

Astronauts replaced oversized batteries outside the International Space Station on Friday, as news broke of the death of the world's first spacewalker. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration interrupted live TV coverage of its second spacewalk this week to announce Leonov's death at age 85. As US astronauts Andrew Morgan and Christina Koch wrapped up a successful seven-hour spacewalk, the …

NASA astronauts to go on the world's first all-woman spacewalk on 29 March
6 years ago

NASA astronauts to go on the world's first all-woman spacewalk on 29 March

Firstpost  

The spacewalk is expected to last roughly 7 hours and falls towards the end of Woman’s History Month. Two American astronauts aboard the space station will carry out the first all-woman spacewalk on 29 March if all goes to plan. #WomenInSTEM #WomenInEngineering #WomenInSpace — Kristen Facciol March 1, 2019 McClain is currently aboard the ISS, to which the SpaceX Dragon …

Astronaut Peggy Whitson is set to surpass Sunita Williams' spacewalk record: Nasa
7 years, 11 months ago

Astronaut Peggy Whitson is set to surpass Sunita Williams' spacewalk record: Nasa

Firstpost  

Peggy Whitson is set to go on her eighth spacewalk and surpass astronaut Suni Williams’ record for the most spacewalks by a female astronaut. Astronaut Peggy Whitson is set to surpass Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams’ record for the most spacewalks by a female astronaut when Whitson goes on her eighth spacewalk on Thursday, Nasa said. “Expedition 50 Flight Engineer Peggy …

Spacewalk on ISS completed
10 years, 1 month ago

Spacewalk on ISS completed

The Hindu  

NASA astronauts at International Space Station have successfully completed the first of three spacewalks to create parking spots for Boeing and SpaceX to deliver astronauts to the orbital laboratory. The 6-hour, 41-minute-spacewalk by Expedition 42 astronauts Barry Wilmore and Terry Virts was meant to prepare the ISS for a pair of international docking adapters that will allow future commercial crew …

Space walk successful; Sunita Williams installs bolt, breaks record
12 years, 6 months ago

Space walk successful; Sunita Williams installs bolt, breaks record

India TV News  

Houston, Sep 6: Indian-American NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and her Japanese counterpart Akihiko Hoshide have successfully restored power to the International Space Station on their second attempt. With this Spacewalk, Williams surpassed Peggy Whitson's record during yesterday's excursion for total cumulative spacewalk time by a female astronaut.Whitson worked outside for 39 hours and 46 minutes over the course of six …

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