Regulatory & Policy

Liability Convention

Space Liability Convention (1972)

Space Liability Convention (1972) (Liability Convention) — International treaty establishing liability for damage caused by space objects. Launching states are absolutely liable for damage on Earth and liable for fault in space.

Frequently asked about Liability Convention

What does Liability Convention mean in the space industry?
Space Liability Convention (1972): International treaty establishing liability for damage caused by space objects. Launching states are absolutely liable for damage on Earth and liable for fault in space.
What does Liability Convention stand for?
Liability Convention stands for Space Liability Convention (1972).
What category of space terminology does Liability Convention belong to?
Liability Convention is part of the Regulatory & Policy category in space industry terminology.