Spacewalks

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  Sunita Williams' Journey: What She Studied, How She Got Inspired And Became A NASA Legend

  Celebrated NASA astronaut Sunita Williams completed nine spacewalks totalling 62 hours and six minutes-the most by a woman-and became the first person to run a marathon in space.

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  Sunita Williams Ends 27-Year NASA Career: A Look At Her Pension And Post-Retirement Benefits

  Sunita Williams won't receive a pension directly from NASA after retirement. Instead, she'll be eligible for a pension under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).

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  NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Retires After 27 Years of Space Service

  NASA astronaut Sunita “Suni” Williams will retire in December 2025 after nearly three decades of service. A veteran of three space missions, she logged 608 days in orbit, led the ISS twice, and set records that continue to shape human spaceflight and future Artemis missions.

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  After 27 Years, 3 Missions, 608 Days In Space, Sunita Williams Retires

  The retirement, announced by NASA on Tuesday, came into effect just after last Christmas, on December 27, 2025.

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  No Doctors in Space: How NASA Handles Medical Emergencies on the ISS

  A medical emergency aboard the International Space Station has highlighted how NASA protects astronaut health in orbit. With no doctors on the ISS, crews rely on extensive medical training, onboard equipment, and real-time telemedicine with flight surgeons on Earth. If needed, spacecraft such as Crew Dragon or Soyuz can quickly return astronauts ho...

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  NASA to Preview Upcoming ISS Spacewalks Focused on Solar Array Upgrades in January 2026

  NASA astronauts will conduct two spacewalks in January outside the International Space Station. Tasks include preparing for the roll-out of solar array installation, replacing cameras, and relocating fluid system jumpers. The spacewalks, part of Expedition 74, are critical for station maintenance, upgrades, and future operations, with the first spa...

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  Russian Cosmonauts Complete Second Spacewalk to Install New Experiments on ISS Exterior

  Two Russian cosmonauts completed a six-hour spacewalk outside the International Space Station, installing plasma and semiconductor experiments, servicing hardware, and preparing for future missions. The EVA, lasting nearly seven hours, marked the 277th in ISS history and advanced ongoing scientific research aboard the orbital outpost.

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  Russian Cosmonauts Install Semiconductor Experiment During ISS Spacewalk

  Two Russian cosmonauts, Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, carried out a six-hour spacewalk outside the ISS on Oct. 16, 2025. They installed the Ekran-M semiconductor experiment for growing ultra-thin materials in microgravity and safely jettisoned an outdated high-definition camera that will burn up upon re-entry.

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  Chinese Astronauts Strengthen Tiangong’s Defenses Against Space Debris

  On Aug. 15, Chinese astronauts Chen Dong and Wang Jie completed a 6.5-hour spacewalk to strengthen the Tiangong space station’s defenses against orbital debris. Working outside the station, they installed new protective panels and inspected external systems. The mission marked Chen Dong’s sixth career EVA—the most by a Chinese astronaut—and...

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  China Launches Advanced Spacesuits and 7.2 Tons of Supplies to Tiangong Space Station

  China has launched the Tianzhou 9 cargo spacecraft carrying 7.2 tons of supplies, including upgraded spacesuits and scientific equipment, to support the Shenzhou 20 crew aboard the Tiangong space station. The mission marks China’s ninth cargo flight and highlights its ongoing investment in maintaining a long-term human presence and scientific res...

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  NASA Partners With Netflix for Live Streaming of Rocket Launches, Spacewalks, and More

  NASA (The National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on Monday announced a partnership with Netflix for live streaming rocket launches, spacewalks, mission coverages, and views from the International Space Station (ISS).. Following this move, the video streaming giant will incorporate live feeds from the NASA+ service in its interface alongside...

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  NASA To Livestream Rocket Launches, Spacewalks On Netflix

  In an era of contemporary media, the collaboration will make NASA's scientific and exploratory efforts even more accessible, enabling the agency to inspire and engage a global audience.

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  NASA’s McClain, Ayers Wrap Up All-Female Spacewalk to Power Up ISS

  On May 1, NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers carried out the fifth all-female spacewalk, working for nearly six hours outside the ISS. They assembled hardware for upcoming solar arrays and relocated an antenna used by Cygnus cargo ships. The EVA sets the stage for a 30% power boost to the station. While some tasks were postponed due to ...

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  NASA’s Oldest Active Astronaut Lands with his Crewmates on 70th Birthday

  Donald Pettit worked for seven months in space and came back to Earth on his 70th birthday, April 20.

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  NASA’s Jonny Kim Heads to Space With Russian Crew on Soyuz MS-27

  Soyuz MS-27 launched early on April 8, 2025, carrying NASA astronaut Dr. Jonny Kim and Russian cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky to the International Space Station. After docking with the Prichal module, the trio joined Expedition 72 for an eight-month mission involving scientific experiments, station maintenance, and planned spacewal...