Location
Jim Henderson Welcome Center, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Start Date
5-11-2014 3:15 PM
Abstract
It has been suggested that expansion and modification of the current US regulatory regime is sufficient to regulate space traffic. It has also been suggested that a consolidation of the existing fragmented structure into a single agency would be superior. This article provides a detailed pro vs. con comparative analysis of the two approaches as they relate to civil space traffic and commerce. Expanding commercial needs place specific demands on the regulatory next steps and require thoughtful prioritization and coordination of efforts to ensure a successful future regulatory regime that addresses the competing needs of agencies and industry. The proper fit of domestic regulation within the international landscape, both presently and in the future, is another factor for ultimate success. This paper concludes with recommendations for near-term and longer-term next steps based upon the analytic outcome.
Area of Interest
NAS Integration
Patch or Rebuild: A Comparative Analysis of Multi-Agency Regime vs. Single-Agency Regime within US Domestic Space Traffic Management Regulation
Jim Henderson Welcome Center, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
It has been suggested that expansion and modification of the current US regulatory regime is sufficient to regulate space traffic. It has also been suggested that a consolidation of the existing fragmented structure into a single agency would be superior. This article provides a detailed pro vs. con comparative analysis of the two approaches as they relate to civil space traffic and commerce. Expanding commercial needs place specific demands on the regulatory next steps and require thoughtful prioritization and coordination of efforts to ensure a successful future regulatory regime that addresses the competing needs of agencies and industry. The proper fit of domestic regulation within the international landscape, both presently and in the future, is another factor for ultimate success. This paper concludes with recommendations for near-term and longer-term next steps based upon the analytic outcome.
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Author: Susan L. Willshire, JD
Affiliation:
McGill Institute of Air and Space Law- Graduate Certificate, 2014
University of Florida College of Law- JD, 2000
Active attorney with the Florida Bar
Area of Interest:
NAS Integration, regulation thereof
Contact Information:
Work: 201-294-6460
Email: susan.willshire@mail.mcgill.ca