Lippy_Kid
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Scotsman said:^Its 5 years since the economy fell on its arse. 5 years since Lehman brothers collapsed. Doesn't seem that long ago. It passes quickly.
True, but I have that kid on xmas eve feeling about the JWST.
Its a one shot project as well, too far away to fix if it doesn't go right first time and $10 Billion dollars down the drain.
Other dates for your Diary:
2018: Inspiration Mars Foundation - private attempt at a manned fly by of Mars during its close approach. Can't see this happening, the timescale is too short.
2023: Mars One will attempt to establish the first human settlement on Mars. Can't see it happening either but as a privately run endeavor I think its interesting to see how far these two get and if they can set some sort of precedent to encourage others.