Section 9. Space Support Operations

4-9-1. PURPOSE

This section prescribes policy, and administrative procedures pertaining to launch notification in support of future space missions.

4-9-2. POLICY

FAA NAS Operations, Space Operations (AJR-1800) will support all NASA, DoD and commercial space operations in accordance with written agreements (i.e., letters of agreement) and regulations.

4-9-3. CLASSIFIED SPACE LAUNCH/REENTRY NOTIFICATION

1. FAA recognizes that the military has a continuing requirement for periodic space launches/reentry that are classified in nature due to payload and/or mission.
2. Classified notification procedures must be developed to ensure, to the extent possible, minimal impact on aircraft operations conducted in affected airspace.