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The Starliner Crew Flight Test (CFT)

 The Starliner Crew Flight Test (CFT) is a significant milestone in the realm of space exploration, marking a crucial step towards establishing a reliable and reusable transportation system for astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). Let's delve into the key aspects of this mission, the progress so far, and what it means for the future of space travel. Overview of the Starliner Program Boeing's CST-100 Starliner is part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, designed to transport astronauts to and from the ISS. The program aims to reduce dependency on Russian Soyuz spacecraft and ensure that the U.S. has its own means of ferrying astronauts. The Starliner, along with SpaceX's Crew Dragon, represents a new era of commercial spaceflight. The Crew Flight Test (CFT): A Defining Mission The Crew Flight Test is a pivotal mission intended to demonstrate Starliner's capabilities with astronauts onboard. Here's what you need to know: Objectives : The primary goa...