Sophie Adenot launches on Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station with an international crew

European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot has officially embarked on her mission to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The launch took place from Space Launch Complex 40 at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, marking a significant moment for both Adenot and the broader international space community. As mission specialist, she joins a diverse crew that includes NASA’s Jessica Meir and Jack Hathaway, who serve as commander and pilot, respectively, along with Roscosmos cosmonaut Andrei Fedyaev, who is also a mission specialist. This mission, known as Crew-12, highlights the ongoing collaboration between international space agencies and the increasing role of commercial spaceflight in crewed missions to the ISS. Astronauts will engage in various scientific experiments and research while onboard, contributing to advancements in technology and our understanding of human life in space. The launch reinforces the vital connections between nations as they work together to explore the final frontier.