Docking Process and Crew Operations

Detailed description of the docking process between a space capsule and the International Space Station, including crew preparations, manual flying procedures, cargo operations, safety briefings, and emergency protocols. The chapter also outlines crew training for Starliner missions, manual control practices, emergency procedures, and cargo preparations, highlighting the importance of readiness for contingencies. Discussions on the collaboration between NASA, Boeing, and ISS flight directors, safety measures, mission timelines, and backup control systems for spacecraft operations are also included.