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Teams aboard the recovery ship, including two fast boats, secured the SpaceX Dragon capsule and ensuring it was safe for the recovery effort, according to NASA. After the fast boat teams completed their work, the recovery ship moved into position to hoist Dragon onto the main deck with the astronauts inside.
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 was seen zooming over Bay Area skies early Thursday before splashing down off the coast of San Diego. The flyover was part of the crew’s return path as NASA brough the four astronauts home early after one crew member developed an unexpected medical issues while in space.
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NASA weighs cutting short International Space Station mission due to astronaut medical issue
NASA reportedly considers early ISS crew return due to unspecified medical issue with astronaut. Rare safety move prompts comprehensive mission evaluation.