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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8

The ninth flight of the Dragon spacecraft with crew as part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program.

Mission Type

Humans in Space

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Michael Barratt, Matthew Dominick, Jeanette Epps, Alexander Grebenkin

Launch

March 3, 2024

RETURN

Oct. 25, 2024

Crew-8 to Discuss Science Mission

After spending 235 days in space, NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 astronauts will discuss their science mission aboard the International Space Station during a post-flight news conference.

See Coverage Plans about Crew-8 to Discuss Science Mission

Mission Resources: Return

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Mission Blog

Read through the key milestones for launch and return on the agency's SpaceX Crew-8 mission blog.

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Return Coverage Advisory

Browse through NASA's coverage for the agency’s SpaceX Crew-8 return with astronauts from the International Space Station.

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Science Web Article

Learn about the science conducted aboard the International Space Station for NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 mission.

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Splashdown Release

Read through details on the return of NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 mission to Earth.

NASA PODCAST

Houston We Have a Podcast: Crew-8 Episode

On Episode 323 of 'Houston We Have a Podcast,' the agency's SpaceX Crew-8 crew members and team discuss their backgrounds ahead of their launch to the International Space Station.

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From left to right, Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin, and NASA astronauts Michael Barratt, Matthew Dominick, and Jeanette Epps, are seen as they prepare to depart the Neil A. Armstrong Operations and Checkout Building for Launch Complex 39A during a dress rehearsal prior to the Crew-8 mission launch.
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Mission Resources: Launch

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Mission Blog

Read through the key milestones leading up to and through liftoff on the agency's SpaceX Crew-8 mission blog.

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Launch Coverage Advisory

Browse through NASA's coverage for the agency’s SpaceX Crew-8 mission with astronauts to the International Space Station.

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What You Need to Know About Crew-8 Article

Learn about the crew flying on NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 mission, as well as the mission itself.

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Media Accreditation Advisory

Read through NASA's media accreditation advisory for the agency's SpaceX Crew-8 launch.

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Mission Briefings Advisory

Read the the schedule for NASA's prelaunch media briefings.

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Virtual Guest Program

As a virtual guest, you have access to curated resources, schedule changes, and mission specific information delivered straight to your inbox. Join us!

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Successful Launch Release

Read through details on a successful launch of NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 mission.

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Launch to Dock Timeline

NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 launch to docking summary timeline for a liftoff at 10:53 p.m. EST on Sunday, March 3.

Back on Earth: Crew-8 Mission Return

NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 mission successfully splashed down off Pensacola, Florida, concluding a nearly eight-month science mission and the agency’s eighth commercial crew rotation mission to the International Space Station.

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Additional Mission Resources

The four crew members that comprise the SpaceX Crew-8 mission pose for a photo inside SpaceX Hangar X at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Hangar X supports Falcon 9 rocket refurbishment and houses administration offices. From left are, Mission Specialist Alexander Grebenkin, Pilot Michael Barratt, Commander Matthew Dominick, and Mission Specialist Jeanette Epps.

Mission Overview

Access quick facts about the Falcon 9 rocket, Dragon spacecraft, the mission, and the four crew members flying on NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 mission.

Matthew Dominick

Read more about NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick, spacecraft commander for the agency's SpaceX Crew-8 mission.

Michael Barratt

Read more about NASA astronaut Michael Barratt, pilot for the agency's SpaceX Crew-8 mission.

Jeanette Epps

Read more about NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps, mission specialist for the agency's SpaceX Crew-8 mission.

NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 Arrival Video

Watch and listen to the NASA's SpaceX Crew-8 astronauts arrive at the agency's Kennedy Space Center ahead of launch.

A blue-gloved hand holds a tissue-box-sized metal box with an open panel. Inside is a small chamber filled with plant roots with hoses and wires connecting to the chamber from the bottom of the box, which has a screen on the front.

Space Station Research

Read about scientific research and investigations Expedition 71 astronauts will conduct once aboard the microgravity laboratory.

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NASA Social Panel Stream

Listen to a panel of agency leadership, digital content creators, and NASA subject matter experts at the agency's Kennedy Space Center.

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Mission Image Gallery

View and download imagery from NASA's Flickr album.

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