NASA Astronauts Launch to ISS Despite Boeing Issues
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Astronauts went to space on Friday. They are going to the International Space Station. They used a SpaceX rocket because of problems with Boeing's Starliner.
The crew has four people from different countries. They are from the U.S., Japan, and Russia. They will stay there for about six months to do their jobs.
Zena Cardman is the commander of the flight. She was very happy to be in space. She said it was the best ride of her life after reaching orbit.
Mike Fincke is also on this flight. He has been in space before in 2011. He is glad to be in orbit again and ready to work.
NASA wants to use the space station to learn. They want to go to the Moon and Mars. They also want to use the Moon for important things with their friends.
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What rocket did the astronauts use to go to space?
They used a SpaceX rocket.
How many people are in the crew?
The crew has four people.
Who is the commander of the flight?
Zena Cardman is the commander.
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