Science
Will a private company launch commercial space tourism flights monthly by 2027?
Prediction on whether private firms will operate monthly orbital or suborbital tourist flights by 2027.
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Analysis
Monthly Commercial Space Tourism by 2027
Private aerospace companies are increasingly capable of sending paying tourists on suborbital and potentially orbital trips. Test flights have demonstrated feasibility, but scaling operations to monthly schedules requires reliable launch systems, safety protocols, and regulatory approval.
Cost remains high, limiting demand primarily to wealthy customers. Operational risks, weather delays, and maintenance may prevent strict monthly regularity initially.
My prediction: Monthly commercial flights are possible for suborbital experiences, but fully reliable monthly orbital tourism is unlikely by 2027. Incremental expansion of flight frequency is more realistic.