### Question
How does the law define launch vehicle?


### Answer
Under *51 U.S.C. § 70103*, **launch vehicle** is defined as:

> any vehicle constructed for the purpose of operating in, or placing a payload in, outer space

#### Citation:
  - *51 U.S.C. § 70103*
  - Heading: **Subtitle VII-Access to Space > CHAPTER 701-USE OF SPACE LAUNCH SYSTEM OR ALTERNATIVES**

