NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams were on an extended nine-month mission aboard the ISS due to technical issues. Despite the prolonged stay, their compensation remains standard as federal employees, earning approximately $94,998 to $123,152 for the mission. They continue to contribute to scientific research, awaiting return on the SpaceX Dragon capsule.
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