Challenges of Boeing's Starliner Program

Boeing's Starliner program has faced significant challenges that have raised concerns about its reliability. After receiving a contract from NASA in 2014 as part of the Commercial Crew Program, Boeing struggled with technical setbacks, including multiple software glitches during an uncrewed test flight in 2019. These issues led to the need for a redo of the mission, further delaying the launch of the crewed version, which faced additional problems like a helium leak and corroded valves. As Boeing grappled with these difficulties, SpaceX successfully launched its Crew Dragon mission in 2020, illustrating a stark contrast in the progress of the two companies.