Excitement as Axiom Space’s Axe-4 Mission Crew Prepares to Return
As the date for the return of Axiom Space’s Axe-4 mission crew from the International Space Station (ISS) to Earth nears, the parents of mission pilot IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla expressed their excitement to welcome their son, who, they say, made them proud.
Parents Await Son’s Safe Return
Shambhu Dayal Shukla, the father of Shubhanshu Shukla, shared, “We are really excited, the entire family is excited. We pray to God for him to come back soon. We pray for his safe return.”
The crew was slated to embark on a return journey on July 10. However, the crew will not return to Earth according to the original schedule, extending their stay on the International Space Station by at least four days, according to the European Space Agency (ESA).
Mission Pilot’s Mother Shares Joy
“It is a matter of pride for us that he is coming back after completing the mission, we thank God for it. They will return after a date is set. Everything will be taken into consideration and then a date will be set. He is healthy and his mission is going on well,” added Shambhu Dayal Shukla.
Asha Shukla, the mother of Shubhanshu Shukla, expressed her excitement, saying, “We are very excited. We are delighted that the moment when our child comes back to us is coming, and that we will get to meet him. We pray to God that he is back safe.”
Research Activities on Axiom Mission 4
The Axiom Mission 4 crew members conducted a wide range of research activities aimed at advancing scientific studies, testing new technologies, and continuing global outreach efforts in space exploration.
According to Axiom Space, over the last few days, the crew has been involved in advancing scientific studies, contributing to the mission’s broader goals in space exploration and Earth-based innovation.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla conducted three experiments, including studying how microgravity affects germination and early plant development with the sprouts project.
In another experiment, he worked with microalgae, investigating their potential to produce food, oxygen, and biofuels, which could support human life on long-duration missions.
#WATCH | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | The date of return of #Axiom4 mission crew from International Space Station (ISS) to the Earth nears.
Shambhu Dayal Shukla, father of the mission pilot IAF Group Captain #ShubhanshuShukla says, “We are really excited, the entire family is… pic.twitter.com/RDeWvgUf5M
— ANI (@ANI) July 10, 2025
#WATCH | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | The date of return of #Axiom4 mission crew from International Space Station (ISS) to the Earth nears.
Asha Shukla, mother of the mission pilot IAF Group Captain #ShubhanshuShukla says, “We are very excited. We are delighted that the moment when… pic.twitter.com/Nr40tJWPwi
— ANI (@ANI) July 10, 2025
