Two More Japanese Astronauts To Stay At Iss

Two more Japanese astronauts to stay at ISS

Japan's space agency announced that two more Japanese astronauts have been scheduled for long-term stays at the International Space Station.

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, or JAXA, said on Friday that Wakata Koichi will stay at the ISS sometime around 2022, and Furukawa Satoshi around 2023.

2 Japanese Astronauts To Fly To Iss In 2022, 2023

2 Japanese astronauts to fly to ISS in 2022, 2023

Japan's science minister has announced that two Japanese astronauts have been chosen for future missions to the International Space Station.

Science minister Hagiuda Koichi told reporters on Friday that Wakata Koichi will head to the ISS sometime around 2022, and Furukawa Satoshi around 2023.

Crew Dragon Astronauts Begin Mission At Iss

Crew Dragon astronauts begin mission at ISS

Members of the SpaceX Crew Dragon are now settling into the International Space Station -- their home and workplace for the next six months.

Their arrival made history. It's the first time a privately-owned vessel has made the trip. The four-person crew is now ready to get to work on the orbiting lab.

Spacex Capsule Successfully Docks With Iss

SpaceX capsule successfully docks with ISS

SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule carrying four astronauts has successfully docked with the International Space Station. The landmark mission is years in the making and is helping usher in a new era of space travel.

The crew are conducting safety procedures before opening the hutch and entering what will be their home for the next six months.

Crew Dragon Set To Dock With Iss

Crew Dragon set to dock with ISS

The Crew Dragon spacecraft is expected to soon dock with the International Space Station with four astronauts on board. It's the world's first operational mission of a privately-developed space vehicle.

The team, led by Commander Michael Hopkins, consists of two other Americans and Japanese astronaut Noguchi Soichi. They will stay at the ISS for about six months to conduct scientific experiments and other missions.

Astronauts Speak Before Mission To Iss

Astronauts speak before mission to ISS

Astronauts heading for the International Space Station on board the first operational flight of a privately-developed space capsule have shared their thoughts ahead of the launch later this week.

Commander Michael Hopkins and two other US astronauts from NASA as well as Japanese astronaut Noguchi Soichi will be on board the Crew Dragon spacecraft, developed by SpaceX.