NASA Downplays Safety Concerns Despite Watchdog’s Warning on International Space Station Cracks and Leaks
Despite its own inspector general's report warning of significant air leaks and cracks in the International Space Station (ISS), NASA appears to be minimizing the gravity of the situation. The Washington Post reported that NASA's recent internal assessment highlighted aging issues in the Russian segment of the ISS, pointing out cracks in the tunnel leading to that section. The report expressed concerns about the increasing severity of air leaks, which have grown worse over time.
The inspector general’s report identified these leaks as a "top safety concern," citing that their ongoing increase could pose long-term risks to the space station's integrity and the safety of astronauts. While cracks in space station structures can result in air loss, endangering the crew's environment, NASA h...
