Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus Spacecraft to Depart International Space Station on March 28

After successfully delivering over 8,200 pounds of supplies, scientific investigations, and other cargo to the International Space Station, Northrop Grumman’s uncrewed Cygnus spacecraft is preparing to leave on Friday, March 28. This marks the company’s 21st commercial resupply mission to the space station in collaboration with NASA.

The departure of Cygnus will be broadcast live by NASA at 6:30 a.m. EDT on various platforms, including NASA+. Astronaut Nichole Ayers will oversee the spacecraft’s release from the space station’s Canadarm2 robotic arm at 6:55 a.m.

Following its departure, Cygnus will be filled with trash from the station crew and directed to deorbit on Sunday, March 30, where it will safely burn up in Earth’s atmosphere. The spacecraft originally arrived at the space station on August 6, 2024, after launching on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

For more updates and features from the space station, follow NASA’s blog, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To learn more about Cygnus’ mission and the International Space Station, visit https://www.nasa.gov/station.

In conclusion, Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus spacecraft has successfully completed its mission to the International Space Station, delivering crucial supplies and cargo. The upcoming departure and deorbiting process will mark the conclusion of this successful venture. Stay tuned for more updates and engage with NASA’s platforms for further information on space exploration.