What's Happening?
The crew aboard the Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft is preparing to depart from the International Space Station (ISS). The hatch between the Soyuz and the ISS was closed at 5:30 p.m. EST on December 8, 2025. NASA
astronaut Jonny Kim, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, will undock from the station's Prichal module at approximately 8:41 p.m. EST. The crew is scheduled to land in Kazakhstan at 12:03 a.m. on December 9, 2025.
Why It's Important?
The safe return of the Soyuz crew is a critical component of ongoing international collaboration in space exploration. The mission highlights the importance of the ISS as a platform for scientific research and international cooperation. The successful completion of this mission ensures the continuity of operations aboard the ISS and supports future missions. The collaboration between NASA and Roscosmos is vital for maintaining the ISS as a hub for scientific discovery and technological innovation.
