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The article offers information on several mandates by the Commercial Space Launch Act5 (CSLA) under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) related to spaceflight operator in the U.S. It mentions that operator should inform spaceflight participants (SFPs) about safety aspects related to spaceflight. It mentions that if SFP is not the citizen of U.S. the space technology export controls.

The article focuses on the implication of the Florida law Informed Consent for Spaceflight Act which limits the liability for human spaceflight. Accordingly, the law states that a passenger or the passenger's representative may not maintain an action against or recover from a spaceflight entity for the loss, damage, or death of the participant. It does not apply in cases of intentional injury, willful or wanton disregard for safety, and gross negligence.

Focuses on the effects of the review of the U.S. national space policies in the space industry. Factors influencing the change of the business plans of various companies; Adoption of licensing and flight safety regulations for commercial launches; Government policy in purchasing commercial remote sensing data.

Focuses on the challenges posed by United States export controls on space technology. Controversy arising from the passage of the Strom Thurmond National Defense Authorization Act; Implications of stricter export controls; Steps taken by the industry to mitigate the impact of stricter controls.

Discusses legal developments of interest to spacecraft operators and manufacturers in 1993. Proposed amendment to the Commercial Space Launch Act of 1984; Negotiations between the US Federal Communications Commission and satellite systems applicants; Enactment of the Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992.

Discusses the exciting events of 1992 on the legal aspects of the aerospace industry. Authorizations of low-Earth orbit satellite constellations being considered; Licensing criteria for launch and reentry vehicles; Export regulations; International guidelines for nuclear power sources; Frequency allocations; Safety evaluation criteria; Proposed amendments to International Traffic in Arms Regulations; More.