Boeing's Starliner Launch Mission Countdown: Preparations and Key Milestones

Starliner's Launch Campaign Timeline

The Starliner launch campaign commences 45 days prior to liftoff. During this period, United Launch Alliance initiates the stacking process of an Atlas V rocket at Space Launch Complex 41.

Astronaut Launch and Initial Spacecraft Maneuvers

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will embark on a critical test flight aboard the Starliner spacecraft. Their mission aims to demonstrate the readiness of Boeing's commercial space capsule.

Starliner's Approach to the International Space Station

Once in orbit, the Starliner spacecraft will maneuver towards the International Space Station. The crew is anticipated to spend over 24 hours aboard the 15-foot-wide capsule.

Aborted Launch Due to Technical Issue

On Saturday afternoon, the Starliner launch was put on hold just 3 minutes and 50 seconds from liftoff. The delay was triggered by an automatic hold initiated by the ground launch system due to a technical issue.