Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's return from the ISS is delayed until March 19 due to weather conditions and a critical hydraulic system issue. Initially launched on Boeing's Starliner spacecraft on June 5, 2024, their mission encountered multiple challenges, extending their stay. The delayed SpaceX Crew-10 mission to the ISS is now set for March 14.
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