Boeings Struggling Starliner: NASA Opts for Safety, Delays Astronaut Return

Boeing faces another setback as NASA decides against using their Starliner capsule to bring astronauts back to Earth due to safety concerns, adding to the company`s recent struggles. This decision, while financially insignificant, further damages Boeing`s reputation, already tarnished by the 737 Max crashes. Although Boeing claims the Starliner is safe, NASA prioritizes astronaut safety, highlighting the capsule`s ongoing propulsion issues. This incident is another blow to Boeing, particularly its defense and space division, which has also faced financial losses due to fixed-price contracts. Despite these challenges, the impact is lessened by Boeing`s experience with similar setbacks.