FAA proposes waiving certain laws to speed up commercial space licensing
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a change to how it issues licenses for commercial space activities. This includes permits for launching and returning spacecraft, as well as licenses to operate launch sites or experimental vehicles.
Why it matters: This is an administrative change intended to give the FAA more flexibility to bypass certain legal requirements that it deems non-essential for safety or security, potentially speeding up the approval process for space companies.
Who it affects
- Commercial spaceflight companies and operators
This is a proposed rule from the FAA; readers should consult the Federal Register before relying on these changes as they are not yet final.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document