Actually, Starliner might fly into space this year
Summary
Ars Technica reports that Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner may fly in space this year as NASA and Boeing address propulsion deficiencies from the first crewed flight. Boeing’s CEO says the Starliner redesign is going well, with the main remaining task being to align launches with NASA for a cargo flight to the ISS; a crewed mission could follow in late 2027 if all goes smoothly. The article also analyzes Starliner's competitive position versus SpaceX’s Crew Dragon and notes ongoing program costs and potential future pathway for Starliner’s use and funding.