Elon Musk Built the Rockets. Washington Forgot to Build the Roads

American rockets are launching more frequently than ever, yet getting a ride to orbit is becoming harder.

Elon Musk Built the Rockets. Washington Forgot to Build the Roads

TL;DR

  • American rocket launches are more frequent than ever.
  • SpaceX set a record with two orbital launches 38 minutes apart.
  • Companies are finding it difficult to get their satellites into orbit.
  • Rockets, such as SpaceX's Falcon 9, are fully booked until 2028 or 2029.