NASA / ESA - Thomas Pesquet
Just thought I'd end 2021 with this quick update about NASA being a member of the International Space Station (ISS) program for at least nine more years!
By the time the ISS is finally retired, we will hopefully have the Gateway orbiting the Moon, SpaceX will have launched additional crew and cargo Dragon capsules to the microgravity laboratory, Boeing will have finally sent astronauts to the ISS via the Starliner vehicle, Sierra Nevada's Dream Chaser space plane will have also conducted several cargo missions to the station as well, and Axiom will be on the verge of separating its modules from the venerable national laboratory to begin operating its own space station.
What a wonderful way to end this year for human spaceflight... 2022 will be even more exciting with the launch of Artemis 1 and Starship Super Heavy's orbital test flight!
Stay tuned...and have a Happy New Year!
Today @NASA announced an extension of U.S. participation in the International Space Station program through 2030. This demonstrates our commitment to scientific discovery, international and commercial partnerships, innovation, and inspiration. pic.twitter.com/cng2CBLoX7
— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) December 31, 2021
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