ISS Crew Takes Shelter in SpaceX Capsule Due to Russian Module Air Leak
On June 5, 2026, a worsening air leak in the Russian Zvezda module’s transfer tunnel forced NASA to order five astronauts—including French astronaut Sophie Adenot and NASA’s Chris Williams—to shelter in the docked SpaceX Dragon capsule as a precaution. Russian cosmonauts sealed one leak and prepared to repair a second. After repairs, the crew returned to the ISS. The incident highlights ongoing structural issues in the aging Russian segment and continued US-Russian cooperation despite geopolitical tensions.
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NASA orders astronauts to take shelter after new leak aboard the International Space Station
On June 5, 2026, NASA ordered five astronauts aboard the International Space Station to take shelter in a docked SpaceX capsule after a new leak was detected on the Russian segment of the station. The precautionary measure was taken 'out of an abundance of caution,' according to NASA spokesperson Bethany Stevens. While the astronauts sheltered, Russian cosmonauts worked to fix the leak. The affected area has previously suffered from cracks and leaks. NASA stated that Roscosmos decided to conduct a more extensive repair after the fresh leak was found. The space agencies continue to investigate the root cause of the structural issues.
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On June 5, 2026, NASA ordered five astronauts aboard the International Space Station to take shelter in a docked SpaceX capsule after a fresh leak was detected on the Russian segment of the orbiting laboratory. The decision was made 'out of an abundance of caution,' according to NASA spokesperson Bethany Stevens. Cosmonauts worked to fix the leak, which occurred in an area that has previously suffered from cracks and leaks. NASA stated that Roscosmos decided to conduct a more extensive repair after the new leaks were found. The space agencies continue to investigate the root cause of the cracks. The astronauts remained in the SpaceX capsule as a precaution while repairs were underway.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.ISS astronauts in evacuation mode as Russia attempts to fix widening air leak
On June 5, 2026, NASA ordered the four astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to shelter in their SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft and don spacesuits due to a worsening air leak in the Russian segment of the station. The Crew-12 mission astronauts—two Americans, a French astronaut, and a Russian cosmonaut—received the order at 9:04 a.m. ET on June 1, 2026, as a Russian crew attempted to repair the leak. NASA officials stated the precautionary measure was taken in case the leak necessitated an emergency evacuation. The incident highlights ongoing technical challenges on the aging orbital laboratory.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.ISS Crew Retreats to Space Capsule Due to Worsening Air Leak in Russian Module
The crew of the International Space Station (ISS) has been ordered to retreat to their docked SpaceX Dragon capsule as a precautionary measure due to a worsening air leak in the Russian segment of the orbital laboratory. According to NASA, the leak is located in the transfer tunnel (PrK) of the service module, an area where cracks have been known for a long time and have been closely monitored. While the Russian crew attempts to locate and seal the leak, the US space agency stated it is working with Russian and other international ISS partners on a permanent solution. The incident underscores ongoing structural concerns in the aging Russian module, which have been a persistent worry for NASA.
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On June 5, 2026, an air leak in the Russian Zvezda module of the International Space Station triggered an alarm. As a precaution, NASA ordered five astronauts, including French astronaut Sophie Adenot and NASA's Chris Williams, to take shelter in the docked SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The Russian space agency Roscosmos identified two potential leaks; one was sealed immediately, and preparations began for the second. After repair work, the crew was cleared to return to the ISS. NASA stated it is working closely with Roscosmos to permanently resolve recurring leak issues in the aging station. The incident highlights ongoing safety challenges on the ISS, which has experienced similar leaks and space debris scares before, while also demonstrating continued US-Russian cooperation in space despite geopolitical tensions.
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