# Interpretation Concerning Involvement of NASA Astronauts During a Licensed Launch or Reentry
> **Rule** · Interpretation. · Published 2013-12-02 · Effective 2013-12-02 · 78 FR 72011
## Document
- **Document number:** 2013-28405
- **Category:** other
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Interpretation.
- **Citation:** 78 FR 72011
- **Publication date:** 2013-12-02
- **Effective date:** 2013-12-02
## Abstract

This interpretation responds to a request from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) regarding whether the space transportation regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) would restrict NASA astronauts from performing operational functions during a commercial space launch or reentry under license from the FAA.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2013/12/02/2013-28405/interpretation-concerning-involvement-of-nasa-astronauts-during-a-licensed-launch-or-reentry)
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