### Question
Can you define what unmanned aircraft system means?


### Answer
**Unmanned aircraft system** is defined as the following in *14 U.S.C. § 319*:

> given that term in section 331 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (49 U.S.C. 40101 note).[1](#319_1_target)


(c) Funding for Certain Enhanced Capabilities.—In each of fiscal years 2020 and 2021, the Commandant may provide additional funding of $5,000,000 for additional long-range maritime patrol aircraft, acquired through full and open competition.

#### Citation:
  - *14 U.S.C. § 319*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE I-ESTABLISHMENT, POWERS, DUTIES, AND ADMINISTRATION > CHAPTER 3-COMPOSITION AND ORGANIZATION**

