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Commercial Space Flight: Who Should Have Control? |
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Commercial Space Act of 1998 |
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Commercial space flight is an issue that has only been developing since 1998, when the United States Congress passes the Commercial Space Act. This act encouraged development and expansion of the commercial space industry. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and various government officials have defined policies and other processes so that the expansion of commercial space can take place and thrive. |
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One expert believes that the major space sectors are satellite communications (the largest), global positioning systems, space transportation, and remote sensing. The industry overall experienced a sixteen percent increase in revenue. |
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