Historically, Musk’s timelines have often veered towards the optimistic, sometimes overshooting the realm of current technological feasibility, as seen with the unfulfilled promise of Tesla’s level 5 autonomy by 2021.
Yet, for all the skepticism, SpaceX’s advancements cannot be ignored. They’ve pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in space travel, even as some deadlines slip and public expectations must occasionally be recalibrated. As development continues, the aerospace community and the world remain eager yet cautious, watching to see which of Musk’s bold visions will materialize.