Soyuz Failure 'Very Rare,' Former Astronaut Bolden Says

Charles Bolden discusses the rarity of Soyuz spacecraft incidents and their impact on space missions. He highlights the challenges faced by NASA due to reliance on Russian spacecraft and the future potential of US spacecraft like SpaceX and Boeing Starliner. Bolden clarifies that current efforts are a continuation of past policies, not a resurgence. He emphasizes the importance of government funding and the current limitations of commercial spaceflight.

In what ways does Bolden believe government funding is necessary for space exploration?

What does Bolden suggest about the future of commercial capabilities in human spaceflight?