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Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore return to Earth after 9 months in space
A historic moment unfolded when the SpaceX Dragon capsule, carrying NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, splashed down off the coast of Tallahassee, Florida. After an unexpected nine-month journey in space, their extraordinary adventure came to an end. As the capsule landed, dolphins greeted the astronauts, offering a stunning and unexpected welcome back to Earth! The visuals captured the astronauts stepping out of the spacecraft, smiling and waving as they were greeted by recovery teams. The Dragon capsule was lifted onto a recovery vessel, and for the first time since September last year, its side hatch was opened. The astronauts, with the help of the ground crew, emerged one by one. Crew-9 commander Nick Hague was the first to come out, followed by Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov. Then, Sunita Williams emerged, smiling and waving, feeling the pull of Earth’s gravity after spending months in microgravity. Butch Wilmore was the last to exit the capsule, completing their safe return. Cheers echoed as the astronauts were safely out of the Dragon. The splashdown happened at 3:27 AM IST, bringing excitement to the officials monitoring the rescue operation. This was necessary because Williams and Wilmore had stayed longer than planned in space due to technical issues with Boeing’s new Starliner crew capsule. Elon Musk congratulated both the SpaceX and NASA teams for another successful and safe astronaut return! Back in Sunita Williams’ native village of Jhulasan, people celebrated her safe return with prayers and an aarti ceremony. Her cousin shared in the joy, expressing elation over the astronauts’ safe return home!
19 March,2025 11:41 AM IST
Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore embark on their homecoming journey to earth
What an exciting moment for space exploration! NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, along with two fellow astronauts, have embarked on their much-anticipated journey back to Earth after an extraordinary nine-month stay aboard the International Space Station. The crew made their exit in style, boarding the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule and undocking from the station at 1:05 a.m. Easter Time Zone (0505 GMT) on Tuesday, March 18. The atmosphere was full of excitement and anticipation as they began their 17-hour trek back to Earth, leaving behind the incredible views and experiences they've had in orbit. This marks the end of a mission that had been delayed due to a previous setback with a faulty Boeing Starliner craft, which had put a hold on their return. But now, with everything back on track, the Crew-9 astronauts are looking forward to a smooth and joyful splashdown off the coast of Florida later in the day. It's been a long-awaited homecoming, and the astronauts, who are seasoned veterans of space exploration and retired U.S. Navy test pilots, couldn't be more thrilled to wrap up this exciting chapter of their careers. After an eventful and successful mission, they’ll soon be reunited with their families and friends, ready to share their stories of space and adventure!
18 March,2025 05:39 PM IST
Sunita Williams & Crew-9 ready in spacesuits to return to earth after 9 months
The long-awaited return of NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is finally in sight! After spending over nine months aboard the International Space Station (ISS), Williams, along with fellow NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore, is gearing up for a splashdown off the coast of Florida. Williams, Wilmore, and their Crew-9 teammates are preparing to board the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft, which will bring them back to Earth on March 18th. Alongside Williams and Wilmore, the crew also includes NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov. The astronauts are suited up and ready to make their way home after an extended stay in space. The countdown has officially begun, and soon they’ll be reunited with loved ones after their remarkable journey in orbit. Watch video.
18 March,2025 11:13 AM IST
Here's a timeline of Sunita Williams & Barry Wilmore’s 9-month space saga
After months of floating among the stars, NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore are finally heading home. Their return to Earth is just days away, but their incredible journey began nearly nine months ago. What was supposed to be a brief 10-day mission aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft quickly turned into an unexpected adventure in space. The pair’s mission to the International Space Station (ISS) was originally planned to be short and sweet. However, a series of delays and unforeseen challenges kept them in orbit far longer than anyone expected. What was meant to be a quick trip became a nine-month stay on the ISS, turning their journey into one for the history books. Let’s take a closer look at the twists and turns that turned their brief mission into an extraordinary extended stay in space.
17 March,2025 05:46 PM IST
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams, Wilmore to return home via SpaceX capsule
SpaceX and NASA have launched a mission to bring home U.S. astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months. The launch took place at 7:03 AM ET on Friday, with a Falcon 9 rocket carrying a Dragon spacecraft as part of the Crew-10 mission. This marks the 10th crew rotation mission under SpaceX’s human spaceflight program and the 11th time a crewed flight has traveled to the ISS through NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, including the Demo-2 test flight.
16 March,2025 12:57 PM IST
US President Donald Trump reveals about bringing back the stranded astronauts
US President Donald Trump recently revealed plans to bring back the stranded astronauts. NASA astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams have been unexpectedly stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) since June 2024. Their return was delayed due to technical issues with their spacecraft, turning what was supposed to be a short mission into an extended stay in space.
07 March,2025 02:30 PM ISTSunita Williams second space mission Prayers for safe journey
Sunita Williams' second space mission: Prayers for safe journey. Video courtesy: NDTV
14 July,2012 12:04 PM ISTSunita Williams and crew talk to family and friends from space
They are expected to conduct over 30 scientific missions in 4 months. Video courtesy: NDTV
17 July,2012 03:06 PM ISTHappy Independence Day says Sunita Williams from space
On this Independence Day, a very special message from Sunita Williams.
15 August,2012 10:15 AM ISTSunita Williams sends Diwali wishes from space
Astronaut Sunita Williams wishes India a happy Diwali in this conversation with Guest Anchor Riti Bhalla Video courtesy: NDTV
13 November,2012 03:38 PM IST