Astronaut Missions Delayed Due to Leaks on the ISS

• Delay of Axiom Mission 4 due to air leaks in the Russian segment of the ISS.
• The leak situation has been observed for several years, caused by the aging of the station's structures.
• NASA plans to continue operating the ISS until 2030, but questions arise regarding the safety of future missions.

This has been reported by The Guardian, Ars Technica.

Mission Delays Due to Air Leaks

Recently, the International Space Station (ISS) faced serious issues that led to the postponement of several astronaut missions. In particular, the Axiom Mission 4, which included astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary, was delayed due to air leaks in the Russian segment of the station.

Situation on the ISS

Currently, seven astronauts aboard the ISS remain safe. NASA reported that it is checking cabin pressure before accepting new visitors. The Russian space agency Roscosmos announced that the leak in the segment has been addressed, but a new launch date has not yet been established.

Leak Issues

Air leaks on the ISS have been observed for several years, and their frequency has recently increased. The leaks detected in the Zvezda module are a result of the aging structures of the station, which has been operational since 1998. Astronauts have recently conducted checks and sealed certain areas to reduce leaks.

Implications for Missions

The delay of Axiom 4 allows NASA and Roscosmos to assess the situation and determine whether additional repairs are needed. A new launch date is expected to be announced soon. Axiom 4, which was set to launch from Florida, would have been the fourth commercial mission to the ISS.

Long-Term Plans

NASA plans to continue operating the ISS until 2030, after which the station is slated to be deorbited. However, in light of the increasing leak problems and aging infrastructure, questions arise about the safety of future missions.

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