Space station crew heads home as replacements settle in for 6-month tour of duty
NASA’s Crew‑12 Dragon capsule heads for a California water landing even as a fresh crew readies a six‑month ISS tour.
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- Primary Driver: NASA’s Crew‑12 Dragon capsule heads for a California water landing even as a fresh crew readies a six‑month ISS tour.
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NASA's Crew‑12 Dragon capsule is now on its final approach to California for a water landing, bringing the current International Space Station crew home. The Desert Sun follows the capsule’s trajectory as it nears the coast, confirming the water‑landing plan.
Local outlets WGME and WBUR spotlight Maine‑born astronaut Jessica Meir as she begins her journey back to Earth, describing her role in the mission. These reports underscore the coordination between NASA and SpaceX for a safe return.
The handover timeline aligns with the agency's schedule to keep the ISS fully crewed.
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When is the Crew‑12 Dragon capsule expected to land?
The capsule is approaching California for a water landing on the day of the reports (October 7, 2026).
Which astronaut from Maine is returning from the ISS?
Jessica Meir, a Maine‑born astronaut, is among the crew returning from the space station.
How long will the incoming ISS crew's mission last?
The replacement crew is slated for a six‑month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
Coverage (7)
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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12: SpaceX Dragon Completes Deorbit BurnNASA (.gov) · 1d ago
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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 Prepares for Deorbit BurnNASA (.gov) · 1d ago
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NASA's Crew-12 Dragon capsule approaches California for water landingThe Desert Sun · 1d ago
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Another NASA crew is coming home. Here's what to expect from their splashdownABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation · 1d ago
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Maine astronaut Jessica Meir begins journey homeWGME · 1d ago
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