Boeing's Starliner program, part of NASA's commercial crew initiative, is grappling with significant financial losses totaling $1.85 billion, while facing technical challenges like overheating engines and helium leaks. As NASA shifts astronaut returns to SpaceX's Dragon, the future of the Starliner program remains uncertain, especially with the planned retirement of the International Space Station in 2030. Boeing's new CEO, Kelly Ortberg, may need to reassess the company's strategy, potentially moving away from fixed-price contracts to stabilize the program.
