Emergency Deployment

Four astronauts just showed up at the International Space Station, and it’s not just a routine visit. They’re here to replace the NASA crew that made an emergency exit last month. That’s right, it’s been 65 years since NASA had to pull out a crew due to a medical issue.

What Went Down

One of the four astronauts launched by SpaceX last summer got hit with a serious health problem, prompting a hasty return to Earth. It’s not clear what the issue was, but it was serious enough to trigger NASA’s first medical evacuation in over six decades. Let’s hope the new crew doesn’t have to deal with any similar drama.