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SpaceX to debut its fifth and final Crew Dragon spacecraft on Axiom Mission 4
- SpaceX rolls out its fifth and final Crew Dragon spacecraft, tail number C213, for the Axiom Mission 4 at Launch Complex 39 on June 7, 2025.
- Axiom Mission 4 is the fourth private astronaut mission to the ISS managed by Axiom Space and signifies a milestone for SpaceX’s production line.
- This Crew Dragon spacecraft features design improvements like updated storage areas and enhanced propulsion systems.
- SpaceX aims to transition human spaceflight missions from Dragon to its Starship rocket for increased capacity.
- Dragon C213 is the newest addition to the Crew Dragon fleet, following Endeavour, Resilience, Endurance, and Freedom.
- NASA and SpaceX are exploring extending Dragon's flight capabilities beyond the current five-flight limit, potentially up to 15 flights each.
- Dragon C213 faced delays, leading to Dragon Endurance being used for the Ax-4 mission after resolving issues like a battery problem and moisture in parachutes.
- SpaceX has been busy with Dragon missions, launching six missions in 2025 within a span of five months, including crew and cargo flights.
- The year 2025 marked a ramped-up cadence of Dragon missions for SpaceX, showcasing the team's dedication and readiness for each launch.
- The CRS-33 mission will include a technically advanced trunk for Dragon, setting the stage for future ISS operations and the station's eventual deorbit.
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