### Question
How does GENERAL define space transportation vehicle?


### Answer
Under *51 U.S.C. § 50101*, **space transportation vehicle** is defined as:

> any vehicle constructed for the purpose of operating in, or transporting a payload to, from, or within, outer space, or in suborbital trajectory, and includes any component of such vehicle not specifically designed or adapted for a payload

#### Citation:
  - *51 U.S.C. § 50101*
  - Heading: **Subtitle V-Programs Targeting Commercial Opportunities > CHAPTER 501-SPACE COMMERCE > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL**

