SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk in 2002, has a bold mission to reduce space transportation costs and develop a sustainable colony on Mars.

The company has successfully completed over 370 missions using its Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, showcasing its capabilities in space travel.

SpaceX's rockets are designed to be partially reusable, which significantly lowers the cost of space missions and makes space travel more accessible.

Musk has projected that the cost of traveling to Mars might eventually drop to under $500,000, and possibly below $100,000, based on 2019 estimates.

In 2023, the average annual income in the United States was $56,940, making the prospect of saving for a Mars trip feasible for some individuals.

However, building a sustainable settlement on Mars is projected to cost around $100 billion, potentially increasing to nearly $200 billion by 2023 estimates.

Musk has suggested that a Mars settlement could be established by 2050, though this timeline is considered overly optimistic due to various setbacks.

The ongoing success of SpaceX and other private aerospace firms may prioritize lunar and asteroid exploration over Mars missions.

To facilitate its operations, SpaceX utilizes two business jets: a Boeing 737-800 and a Gulfstream G450, which play crucial roles in transporting engineers and cargo.

The Boeing 737-800, registered as N154TS, was built in 2002 and acquired by SpaceX in August 2023, having conducted 116 flights in 2024 so far.

In addition, the Gulfstream G450, registered as N450GG and built in 2007, has completed 150 flights in 2024, using nearly 170,000 gallons of fuel.

In his new book, 'SpaceX: Elon Musk and the Final Frontier', journalist Brad Bergan discusses Musk's vision and the challenges of space travel.