### Question
What is the definition of ground support equipment?


### Answer
The definition of **ground support equipment** is as follows in *49 U.S.C. § 40117*:

> service and maintenance equipment used at an airport to support aeronautical operations and related activities

#### Citation:
  - *49 U.S.C. § 40117*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE VII-AVIATION PROGRAMS > PART A-AIR COMMERCE AND SAFETY > subpart i-general > CHAPTER 401-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

