§2452. Definitions

As used in this chapter-

(1) the term "aeronautical and space activities" means (A) research into, and the solution of, problems of flight within and outside the earth's atmosphere, (B) the development, construction, testing, and operation for research purposes of aeronautical and space vehicles, (C) the operation of a space transportation system including the Space Shuttle, upper stages, space platforms, and related equipment, and (D) such other activities as may be required for the exploration of space; and

(2) the term "aeronautical and space vehicles" means aircraft, missiles, satellites, and other space vehicles, manned and unmanned, together with related equipment, devices, components, and parts.

( Pub. L. 85–568, title I, §103, July 29, 1958, 72 Stat. 427 ; Pub. L. 98–52, title I, §108, July 15, 1983, 97 Stat. 285 .)

References in Text

This chapter, referred to in introductory clause, was in the original "this Act", meaning Pub. L. 85–568, July 29. 1958, 72 Stat. 426 , as amended, known as the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 2451 of this title and Tables.

Amendments

1983-Par. (1)(C), (D). Pub. L. 98–52 added cl. (C) and redesignated former cl. (C) as (D).

Section Referred to in Other Sections

This section is referred to in section 2486b of this title.