### Question
What is the definition of payload?


### Answer
The definition of **payload** is as follows in *51 U.S.C. § 50501*:

> an object which a person undertakes to launch, and includes subcomponents of the launch vehicle specifically designed or adapted for that object

#### Citation:
  - *51 U.S.C. § 50501*
  - Heading: **Subtitle V-Programs Targeting Commercial Opportunities > CHAPTER 505-COMMERCIAL SPACE COMPETITIVENESS**

