A planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station was postponed due to a "medical concern" involving a crew member, as announced by NASA. Originally scheduled for Thursday morning, astronauts Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman were set to spend six-and-a-half hours outside to prepare for the installation of new roll-out solar arrays, which are crucial for the station's electrical system upgrade before its decommissioning in 2030. While NASA emphasized the importance of medical privacy and did not disclose further details, they assured the situation is stable and will provide updates on a new date for the spacewalk. This mission was intended to be the first of two spacewalks planned for the month, with the second aimed at completing maintenance tasks. This matters because ensuring the health and safety of astronauts is crucial for the successful completion of essential upgrades and maintenance on the International Space Station, which plays a key role in ongoing space exploration and research.
