NASA and SpaceX Prepare for Accelerated Crew-12 Launch to ISS
NASA and SpaceX are advancing the Crew-12 mission to February 11, 2026, to address the reduced crew on the International Space Station following an early return of Crew-11 due to a medical issue.
NASA and SpaceX have rescheduled the launch of the Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) for February 11, 2026, at 6:01 a.m. EST. This adjustment aims to replenish the ISS crew following the early return of Crew-11 due to a medical issue.
The Crew-12 team comprises NASA astronauts Jessica Meir (commander) and Jack Hathaway (pilot), European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev. They will travel aboard the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, launched by a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
The mission is scheduled for a nine-month duration, during which the crew will participate in Expeditions 74 and 75, conducting scientific research and maintenance aboard the ISS. This extended stay exceeds the typical six-month missions, reflecting the crew's commitment to advancing space exploration.
The Crew-12 launch will be broadcast live on NASA's streaming platforms, including NASA+, Amazon Prime, and the agency's YouTube channel, providing public access to this significant event.