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NASA watchdog flags Starliner certification slipping to ~2027, putting Boeing’s crew-capsule program a decade behind original sc

The NASA Office of Inspector General says Boeing’s Starliner certification may be delayed until 2027, roughly a decade later than the program’s original schedule. The assessment highlights continued schedule risk for Starliner’s readiness to support crewed missions.

Discovered 2026-07-01T09:18:32.475423-07:00 | 2026-07-01T09:18:32.475423-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

  • A projected ~2027 certification date extends schedule risk on Boeing’s crew-capsule, affecting near-term planning for crew transportation services.
  • The delay—about 10 years versus the original schedule—raises governance and program-management scrutiny with direct implications for costs and milestones.
  • The NASA Office of Inspector General’s involvement signals oversight intensity that can influence how NASA and partners manage requirements, integration, and operational readiness.

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