The two astronauts have been on at the International Space Station since last June after the ship they arrived in experienced helium leaks and thruster issues, requiring a new ship for the ride back to Earth.

The Starliner, which was supposed to establish itself as a viable alternative, has faced issues that have raised questions about its reliability.

Unlike the typical blue-and-green depiction of Earth, this photo shows the planet in a mossy green hue, framed by a thin white band marking the atmosphere’s edge against the void of space. The Milky Way appears oblong and edge-on, offering a glimpse across its vast diameter.