Elon Musk Targets 2030 for Mars Colonization Amid Skepticism

SpaceX plans to launch uncrewed missions in 2026, but experts doubt the feasibility of Musk's aggressive timeline.

Elon Musk announced SpaceX's goal to send humans to Mars by 2030, starting with five uncrewed Starship missions in 2026.
Experts argue that the timeline is overly ambitious, citing significant technical and regulatory challenges.
Key obstacles include the need for multiple refueling flights and approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Analysts suggest that a more realistic timeframe for crewed missions to Mars would be 2031 or 2033.
Despite skepticism, Musk's vision is seen as a driving force for innovation and investment in space exploration.