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SpaceX Crew Dragon Returns Crew 12 to Earth After 237-Day ISS Mission
Crew 12 safely splashed down in the Pacific Ocean west of Los Angeles, concluding a 237-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Why it matters
The safe return demonstrates reliable long-duration ISS operations and SpaceX’s crew-flight capabilities.
How this story developed
- Sep 28 NASA and SpaceX ready to launch Crew-13 for ISS research and technology tests
- Oct 2 Crew‑13 arrived at the ISS in a record‑fast less‑than‑eight‑hour flight and docked with the station.
- Oct 8 Crew‑12 has returned to Earth aboard Crew Dragon Freedom.
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