NASA Reviews Crew-11 Mission Timeline After Astronaut Health Issue
NASA Reviews Crew-11 Mission Timeline After Astronaut Health Issue
US · Published Jan 8, 2026
NASA is considering shortening the SpaceX Crew-11 mission due to an astronaut's medical issue on the International Space Station.
A planned spacewalk has been postponed as a precaution, with NASA prioritizing the crew's safety.
All response options, including an early return, are under review as Crew-11 nears the end of its six-month mission.
Medical issue prompts mission timeline evaluation
NASA is currently evaluating the possibility of adjusting the SpaceX Crew-11 mission timeline due to a medical issue affecting one of the astronauts aboard the International Space Station. As a precautionary measure, a scheduled spacewalk has been delayed. NASA officials have stated that the astronaut's condition is stable, but the agency is prioritizing safety above all else.
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