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NASA Astronaut and Two Cosmonauts Return to Earth After 241-Day Space Station Mission

NASA Astronaut and Two Cosmonauts Return to Earth After 241-Day Space Station Mission

NASA astronaut Chris Williams, along with Russian cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergey Mikaev, have successfully returned to Earth after a 241-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The trio landed safely on the steppe of Kazakhstan, marking the end of their long-duration stay in space. The Soyuz MS-28/74S spacecraft, which carried the crew, undocked from the ISS and completed a fiery re-entry before landing. During their mission, the crew participated in various spacewalks and maintenance activities, contributing to the ongoing operations and research aboard the ISS. Williams, who has a background in astrophysics and medical physics, fulfilled a lifelong dream by participating in this mission.
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NASA's Soyuz MS-28 Crew Prepares for Departure from International Space Station

NASA's Soyuz MS-28 Crew Prepares for Departure from International Space Station

The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft, which has been docked at the International Space Station (ISS) since November 25, 2025, is set to undock and return to Earth. The spacecraft is scheduled to undock from the station's Rassvet module at 3:03 a.m. EDT, with a planned parachute-assisted landing on the Kazakh steppe southeast of Dzhezkazgan at 6:25 a.m. EDT (3:25 p.m. local time). The crew returning to Earth includes NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev. The hatches were closed at 11:45 p.m. on July 25, marking the beginning of their journey back to Earth. NASA is providing live coverage of the undocking and landing across multiple platforms, allowing the public to follow the event in real-time.
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NASA Astronaut Chris Williams and Crewmates Safely Return to Earth After ISS Mission

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams and Crewmates Safely Return to Earth After ISS Mission

NASA astronaut Chris Williams, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev, have safely returned to Earth after completing an eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The crew landed southeast of Dzhezkazgan, Kazakhstan, at 5:27 a.m. CDT, following their departure from the ISS at 2:03 a.m. The mission involved 241 days in space, during which the crew orbited Earth 3,856 times and traveled over 102 million miles. While on the ISS, Williams participated in various scientific investigations, including research on cancer treatments and in-space manufacturing. He also conducted two spacewalks for station maintenance and upgrades.
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NASA and Roscosmos Crewmates Prepare for Soyuz MS-28 Departure from ISS

NASA and Roscosmos Crewmates Prepare for Soyuz MS-28 Departure from ISS

NASA astronaut Chris Williams, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev, are set to depart the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft. The crew closed the hatch between the Soyuz and the ISS at 11:45 p.m. EDT, marking the beginning of their return journey to Earth. The undocking process is scheduled to start at 3:03 a.m. EDT, with the spacecraft expected to land on the Kazakh steppe southeast of Dzhezkazgan at approximately 6:25 a.m. EDT. NASA is providing live coverage of the departure and landing events through various platforms, allowing the public to follow the mission's progress in real-time.
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NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Returns from Space Station After Eight-Month Mission

NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Returns from Space Station After Eight-Month Mission

NASA astronaut Chris Williams, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev, returned to Earth after completing an eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The crew landed safely in Kazakhstan aboard the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft. During their 241-day mission, they orbited Earth 3,856 times and traveled over 102 million miles. Williams participated in scientific investigations, including research on cancer treatments and in-space manufacturing. He also completed two spacewalks for power system upgrades and maintenance on the Canadarm2 robotic arm. The mission contributes to scientific knowledge and prepares for future missions to the Moon and Mars.
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NASA's Expedition 74 Crew Prepares for Return to Earth Aboard Soyuz

NASA's Expedition 74 Crew Prepares for Return to Earth Aboard Soyuz

NASA's Expedition 74 crew, consisting of NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergey Mikaev, is set to return to Earth aboard the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft. The spacecraft is scheduled to conduct a deorbit burn before making a parachute-assisted landing on the Kazakh steppe. The return marks the end of the crew's mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), where they have been conducting various scientific experiments and maintenance tasks. NASA is providing live coverage of the return, which is accessible through multiple online platforms.
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Expedition 74 Crew Begins Return to Earth Aboard Soyuz Spacecraft

Expedition 74 Crew Begins Return to Earth Aboard Soyuz Spacecraft

The Expedition 74 crew, consisting of NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev, has undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft. The undocking occurred at 3:03 a.m. EDT from the Rassvet module. The crew is set to return to Earth, with the deorbit burn scheduled for 5:31 a.m. and landing expected at 6:25 a.m. on the Kazakh steppe, southeast of Dzhezkazgan. NASA is providing live coverage of the deorbit, entry, and landing events, which are accessible through various online platforms.
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NASA Astronaut and Russian Cosmonauts Set to Return from ISS

NASA Astronaut and Russian Cosmonauts Set to Return from ISS

NASA astronaut Chris Williams, along with Russian cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev, are scheduled to return to Earth from the International Space Station (ISS) on July 26. The crew will depart the ISS aboard the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft, which will undock at 3:02 a.m. EDT and land in Kazakhstan approximately 3.5 hours later. This mission marks the end of a 241-day stay in space for the crew, during which they orbited Earth 3,856 times and traveled over 102 million miles. The return will be broadcast live, with coverage of the undocking, deorbit, and landing phases.
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NASA and Roscosmos Crew Undocks from ISS for Return to Earth

NASA and Roscosmos Crew Undocks from ISS for Return to Earth

The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft has successfully undocked from the International Space Station's Rassvet module at 3:03 a.m. EDT. The spacecraft is carrying NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev back to Earth. The undocking marks the beginning of their return journey, with the deorbit burn scheduled for 5:31 a.m. and landing expected at 6:25 a.m. on the Kazakh steppe, southeast of Dzhezkazgan. NASA is providing live coverage of the deorbit, entry, and landing events, which are accessible on various platforms. This mission is part of the ongoing collaboration between NASA and Roscosmos, highlighting the international partnership in space exploration.
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NASA Astronaut and Russian Cosmonauts Return to Earth After ISS Mission

NASA Astronaut and Russian Cosmonauts Return to Earth After ISS Mission

The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft successfully undocked from the International Space Station's Rassvet module, carrying NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev back to Earth. The spacecraft departed at 3:03 a.m. EDT and is scheduled to land on the Kazakh steppe southeast of Dzhezkazgan. The return marks the end of an eight-month mission for the crew, who have been part of Expedition 74. NASA is providing live coverage of the deorbit, entry, and landing phases of the mission.
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Expedition 74 Crew Prepares to Depart International Space Station Aboard Soyuz

Expedition 74 Crew Prepares to Depart International Space Station Aboard Soyuz

NASA astronaut Chris Williams, along with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergey Mikaev, are preparing to depart the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft. The crew is set to close the hatch between the Soyuz and the ISS at approximately 11:30 p.m. EDT. This marks the end of their 241-day mission in space, during which they completed 3,856 orbits and traveled over 102 million miles. The mission was the first spaceflight for Williams and Mikaev, and the second for Kud-Sverchkov. The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft initially launched and docked with the ISS on November 27, 2025. NASA is providing live coverage of the crew's farewell and the hatch closing, which can be viewed on multiple platforms.
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NASA Welcomes New Crew Members to International Space Station for Extended Mission

NASA Welcomes New Crew Members to International Space Station for Extended Mission

NASA has welcomed three new crew members to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Expedition 74. The crew, consisting of Anna Kikina and Pyotr Dubrov from Roscosmos, and Anil Menon from NASA, arrived at the ISS on July 14, 2026, after launching from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. They are set to embark on an eight-and-a-half-month mission, during which they will conduct various space research projects. The crew is currently in the second week of their mission, acclimating to life and work in space while utilizing their skills for scientific exploration.