### Question
How does GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS define space vehicle?


### Answer
Under *51 U.S.C. § 20138*, **space vehicle** is defined as:

> an object intended for launch, launched, or assembled in outer space, including the space shuttle and other components of a space transportation system, together with related equipment, devices, components, and parts

#### Citation:
  - *51 U.S.C. § 20138*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-General Program and Policy Provisions > CHAPTER 201-NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER III-GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS**

