Elon Musk recounted a humorous yet frustrating experience where SpaceX was required to study the probability of Starship hitting sharks, then whales, despite the vastness of the ocean. He likened the low odds to "Final Destination: The Whale Edition," suggesting that if a whale were hit, it was almost fated, given the minuscule risk. This anecdote underscores Musk's broader critique of regulatory overreach in the aerospace industry.
Town Hall in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, October 19, 2024