Nonprofit wants to launch 80,000-year mission to Alpha Centauri in 2029 (video)

A nonprofit organization is developing the Fermi Explorer Mission with the ambitious goal of sending a small, affordable probe towards Alpha Centauri within the coming years. The project anticipates a launch date around 2029, marking a significant step toward interstellar travel. This exploratory endeavor aims to stimulate continued space research efforts globally. Scientists believe this mission will provide an opportunity for humanity to consider their position among the cosmos. The probe’s primary purpose is to foster inspiration and encourage deeper contemplation regarding our existence.