Elon Musk reveals SpaceX’s plan to launch uncrewed starships to Mars in two years – Science News

SpaceX is set to launch its first uncrewed Starships to Mars in two years, marking a significant milestone in the company’s interplanetary ambitions. CEO Elon Musk announced this plan on Saturday, revealing that the launches will coincide with the next Earth-Mars transfer window. The primary goal of these initial missions is to test the reliability of landing intact on Mars. If successful, the first crewed flights could follow in four years.

Details of the Mars Mission and Future Goals

Musk emphasized the importance of these missions in a post on X, stating, “The first Starships to Mars will launch in 2 years when the next Earth-Mars transfer window opens. These will be uncrewed to test the reliability of landing intact on Mars. If those landings go well, then the first crewed flights to Mars will be in 4 years.” He further explained that the ultimate aim is to establish a self-sustaining city on Mars within about 20 years, which would significantly enhance the lifespan of human consciousness.

In a separate post, Musk highlighted SpaceX’s achievements in making rocket reuse economically viable, noting that the cost of sending payloads to Mars must drop from about $1 billion per ton to $100,000 per ton. This reduction is crucial for the future development of a Mars colony.

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Earlier this year, SpaceX’s Starship, the most powerful launch vehicle to date, demonstrated key milestones during its fourth test flight, showcasing its reusability and reentry capabilities.