NASA's Commercial Crew and Cargo Program

NASA's Commercial Crew and Cargo Program partners with private companies to develop spacecraft for transporting astronauts and supplies to the International Space Station. This collaboration reduces costs, encourages innovation, and increases mission flexibility. Companies like SpaceX and Northrop Grumman build and operate reliable, cost-effective spacecraft, allowing NASA to focus on exploration and research. The program ensures safe, routine access to the ISS, supports scientific progress, and promotes commercial space industry growth, fostering a sustainable human presence in low Earth orbit.