Houston, we have a deorbit plan! NASA is teaming up with SpaceX to bring the International Space Station back down to Earth in a mission that’s part demolition derby, part cosmic ballet. The ISS has been our home in the stars for decades, fostering international cooperation and countless scientific breakthroughs. Now, as it approaches the end of its life cycle, NASA and SpaceX are preparing to send it on one final voyage—straight into the ocean. Discover the intricate, month-long procedure to decommission this floating marvel of engineering and what it means for the future of space exploration.
SPACE STATION MAY FALL FOR 18 MONTHS BEFORE FINALLY BEING TORN APART, NASA SAYS