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Commercial space station developers weigh astronaut transport options after Crew Dragon

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Companies developing commercial space stations have differing views on how astronauts will reach their platforms once SpaceX retires Crew Dragon. The debate puts crew transportation among the key unresolved questions for operators planning the transition from government-led orbital facilities to commercial stations.

Discovered 2026-10-09T03:04:51.267081-07:00 | 2026-10-09T03:04:51.267081-07:00

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  • Crew transportation is a core operational requirement for commercial stations; the developers do not share a view on what will replace Crew Dragon.
  • The article highlights a planning uncertainty for companies building stations: astronaut access after the spacecraft’s retirement.

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