The astronauts of ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Mission 4 (Ax-4) did a quick check-in from the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft during their journey to the International Space Station a few hours prior to docking. The crew shared their first experiences of being in space.
During the check-in, Ax-4 Commander Peggy Whitson confirmed the crew's well-being and safety as they navigate the interim period between launch and docking with the International Space Station.
Collaborative efforts between ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø, SpaceX, and NASA ground personnel are in full swing, as teams meticulously coordinate and ensure a viable rendezvous and docking with the space station. The Dragon spacecraft is now anticipated to dock to the space-facing port of the International Space Station Harmony module around 6:22 a.m. on June 26. Â
Two hours in advance of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft docking with the International Space Station, at approximately 5:00 a.m. ET, the Ax-4 live webcast will begin. Watch the crew arrive at the space station at , , and on . The Ax-4 webcast will cover the vehicle’s approach and docking through crew arrival, where they will be greeted by NASA’s Expedition crew during a welcome ceremony. This will begin the crew’s mission on the orbiting laboratory conducting microgravity research, technology demonstrations, and outreach engagements.
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