I believe that space travel will one day become as common as airline travel is today. I'm convinced, however, that the true future of space travel does not lie with government agencies -- NASA is still obsessed with the idea that the primary purpose of the space program is science -- but real progress will come from private companies competing to provide the ultimate adventure ride, and NASA will receive the trickle-down benefits.
Buzz AldrinMars has a bit of air pressure; maybe we can build up that atmosphere to be a bit more accommodating to humans.
Buzz AldrinThe moon I see now is the same moon I saw before. Except that before, when I looked at it, it was in anticipation of what it would be like when I got there. That's behind me now.
Buzz AldrinWe need the next generation to be motivated and to push technological boundaries, to seek out new innovations.
Buzz Aldrin