Regulatory & Policy

FAA AST

FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation

FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation (FAA AST) — US federal office responsible for licensing and regulating commercial space launches, reentries, and spaceport operations. Reviews environmental impact and public safety.

Frequently asked about FAA AST

What does FAA AST mean in the space industry?
FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation: US federal office responsible for licensing and regulating commercial space launches, reentries, and spaceport operations. Reviews environmental impact and public safety.
What does FAA AST stand for?
FAA AST stands for FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation.
What category of space terminology does FAA AST belong to?
FAA AST is part of the Regulatory & Policy category in space industry terminology.