This Is Exclusive: Sunita Williams Finally Coming Home

After over nine gruelling months in space, astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams are finally set to return to Earth, bringing immense relief and joy to Williams' family. The family of NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is also growing anxious as she prepares to embark on her journey back to Earth from the International Space Station (ISS). NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) since June 2024 due to technical issues, are set to return to Earth aboard SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, likely by March 19, 2025. Astronaut Pay During Extended Stay, according to retired NASA astronaut Cady Coleman, astronauts do not receive special overtime pay for spending extra time in space. As federal employees, they continue to earn their regular salary, just like any other government job. NASA also covers their food and living expenses while they're on the ISS.