Trip to Space for $200,000
Yes, more space talk. Starchaser Industries is working to make those of us who dream of space flight a reality. Well, semi-reality, but they are hoping to offer a trip to space at a cost of roughly $200,000. Not exactly spare change but much less than $25 million. This description from Starchaser gives me chill bumps:
When you launch with Starchaser you’ll have the Experience of a true Astronaut.
- Outfitted in an authentic spacesuit you’ll head down the access ramp toward the Starchaser rocket, as clouds of vaporizing LOX shroud the launch pad.
- You’ll climb into the capsule and be strapped securely into your seat to wait for the action to start.
- The dramatic countdown will begin, filling your mind and body with anticipation.
- As you hear the roar of engines coming to life, the rocket propels you upwards with a kick.
- Your body becomes one with the vibration of the rocket as it accelerates, quickly breaking the sound barrier and beyond.
- You’ll be pushed back into your seat and feel the awesome power within every fiber of your being.
- The rocket engines shut down and everything will go silent.
- Coasting silently upward you’ll feel a slight jolt as the capsule separates from the booster.
- And as you look out of the porthole and see the Earth below… you will know that you have achieved your dream…
Yes, I would totally spend $200,000 for a sub-orbital space flight. Wouldn’t you? Eh, we can dream, right?



6 Comments, Comment or Ping
Starchaser - do me a favour! Their last launch was in 2001 and then it was a bundle of fireworks to an altitude of a mile. They haven’t launched a rocket one inch off the ground since then. In fact they don’t have a rocket at all. look at Starchaser twice and you see it’s all front. They talk the talk but they will never be able to walk the walk. never.
Dec 29th, 2007
All talk, yes. It would be nice to see space tourism become a reality though. Can’t help but admire their dedication to at least try.
Dec 29th, 2007
I wouldn’t pay $200,000 if I had it to blow. I find space interesting, but I’m not in a rush to go there.
Feb 23rd, 2008
I’d wait for the economy seats. $200,000 is a bit pricey. The flight only lasts for a few minutes so who cares if they don’t serve you peanuts.
Mar 27th, 2008
I can’t remember if it’s Larry Page or Sergy Brin but one of the co-founders of Google already bought a ticket
Jun 20th, 2008
If I had a billion dollars, *maybe* I’d be tempted to take the trip.
Nov 10th, 2008
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