NASA identifies astronaut who required early ISS return.

NASA confirmed that astronaut Mike Fincke experienced the medical issue that prompted Crew-11 to return early from the International Space Station, and he is reported to be recovering and undergoing standard post‑flight reconditioning.

NASA has named astronaut Mike Fincke as the crew member who experienced the medical issue that led to Crew-11’s early return from the International Space Station. The agency said the decision to bring the crew home was taken as a precaution to allow access to medical imaging and care available on Earth. Fincke did not disclose specific details about his condition but praised his colleagues and the medical team and said he is recovering. The four-person Crew-11 splashed down off the coast of San Diego on January 15 and returned to facilities in Houston. Known details: - NASA confirmed Mike Fincke, 58, experienced the medical issue that prompted Crew-11’s mission to end early. - Agency officials described the move as made out of an abundance of caution to allow further medical evaluation and care on Earth, and some statements described the episode as "serious." - Fincke declined to share specifics about his condition, noted that a portable ultrasound was used aboard the station, and said he is undergoing standard post‑flight reconditioning at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Summary: This was reported as the first time an ISS crew mission was ended early for medical reasons, resulting in a planned splashdown and return to Earth medical support. Mike Fincke is reported to be recovering and taking part in routine post‑flight reconditioning. Undetermined at this time.