Why didn't NASA make Boeing and SpaceX's spacesuits compatible?

NASA still hasn't decided whether Boeing Starliner astronauts will return on their original spacecraft or a SpaceX Crew Dragon. But recent developments, and NASA's mention of Butch and Suni doing an "unsuited return" have led to a lot of questions about why the launch and entry suits aren't compatible between Boeing and SpaceX. Let's dive into what that unsuited return means, how launch and entry suits are used, and why NASA didn't mandate compatibility here.

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⏱ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
00:55 - Types of spacesuits
02:59 - Why astronauts need suits during re-entry
04:22 - Emergency scenario: ISS evacuation
07:11 - Why the suits aren't compatible

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