# NASA SpaceX Crew-12 splashes down after eight months

> Four astronauts return to Earth after half a year aboard the International Space Station.
- Title: NASA SpaceX Crew-12 splashes down after eight months
- Summary: Four astronauts return to Earth after half a year aboard the International Space Station. NASA SpaceX Crew-12 splashed down to Earth on Thursday after…
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- Source: CBS News — https://cbsnews.com/video/nasa-spacex-crew-12-returns-to-earth-after-8-months
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## Crew-12 returns after eight months
The NASA SpaceX Crew-12 splashed down to Earth on Thursday after spending eight months at the International Space Station.
## CBS News reports the mission
CBS News correspondent Bill Hardwood covered the crew's return to Earth following their extended stay in orbit.
## Mission complete
The four astronauts have concluded their eight month assignment aboard the International Space Station and returned safely.
## Key takeaway

NASA SpaceX Crew-12 splashed down to Earth on Thursday after spending eight months at the International Space Station.