Five ISS crew members took shelter in a SpaceX Dragon capsule as Russian cosmonauts worked on a persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the station. The leak, originating from microscopic cracks in the Zvezda Service Module, has been an ongoing issue for over six years. While the situation was quickly resolved, it highlights the aging infrastructure challenges facing the 25-year-old space station.
Background
The International Space Station has been experiencing air leaks in its Russian segment for several years, with the Zvezda Service Module showing signs of aging. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of maintaining the 25-year-old orbital outpost.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Jun 6, 2026 at 03:03 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10