UPDATED: Nov 22, 2024 12:43 IST In Short The Ax-4 mission, scheduled to launch no earlier than 2025, will utilise SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon capsule. The 14-day mission will see the selected Indian astronaut join commander Peggy Whitson (U.S.), mission specialist Sławosz UznaÅÄski (Poland), and mission specialist Tibor Kapu (Hungary) aboard the ISS. The training and mission experience will directly benefit the Gaganyaan program. (Photo: Axiom Space) This collaborative effort between Isro, Nasa, and Axiom Space is a crucial stepping stone for India's Gaganyaan program. The experience gained during this mission will be invaluable for Isro's future human spaceflight endeavours. The selected astronaut will conduct scientific research, technology demonstrations, and engage in space outreach activities, all of which will contribute to the development of India's space capabilities. The training and mission experience will directly benefit the Gaganyaan program, India's ambitious project to demonstrate indigenous human spaceflight capabilities. While Gaganyaan's crewed mission is now expected post-2025, the knowledge and skills acquired through the Ax-4 mission will be crucial in shaping its success. As India prepares to join the elite group of nations capable of human spaceflight, this collaboration with the United States marks a significant milestone in international space cooperation. The Ax-4 mission not only advances India's space aspirations but also strengthens the growing partnership between Isro and Nasa in space exploration Published By: