Will Boeing’s struggles lead to the end of Starliner? Here’s what we know so far

Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams will return to Earth on SpaceX’s Crew Dragon, as Boeing’s Starliner will return empty. Persistent issues since the Starliner project began in 2016 have led to delays and budget overruns, causing NASA to rethink its role. Concerns exist about its feasibility for future missions against successful competitors like SpaceX.