An unexpected air leak from the International Space Station has induced further delays for the Axiom-4 mission, impacting a team of international astronauts including Hungary’s Tibor Kapu, India's ISRO astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, former NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson, and ESA's Sławosz. The crew was set for a pivotal mission, aimed at expanding the commercial utilization of the orbiting laboratory. The technical hiccup has required additional safety measures and assessments before the mission can proceed.

In separate developments, the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner has come under scrutiny following a crash on June 12, 2025. Air India Flight AI171, a Dreamliner aircraft, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The disaster has raised alarm regarding Boeing's safety protocols and consistent failures, drawing attention to broader issues within the aerospace company's operational practices. Boeing's CEO has publicly extended condolences to the bereaved families and assured collaboration with Indian authorities in their investigation to prevent such occurrences in the future. This incident adds another layer to a string of Boeing-related setbacks, calling for an intensified focus on safety and accountability in the aviation industry.