# Safety Approvals
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2006-08-15 · Effective 2006-09-14 · 71 FR 46847
## Document
- **Document number:** E6-13313
- **Category:** other
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 71 FR 46847
- **Publication date:** 2006-08-15
- **Effective date:** 2006-09-14
- **FAA docket:** Docket No.: FAA-FAA-2005-21332
## Abstract

This action amends commercial space transportation regulations by adding procedures for obtaining a safety approval for a safety element. Also, this action adds procedures for including a safety approval in a license application. Once the FAA issues a safety approval, the holder could offer the approved safety element to prospective launch and reentry operators for use within a defined and proven envelope. Those operators would not need added FAA approval of that portion of their license application. The decision to apply for a safety approval is voluntary. The intent of this action is to facilitate the launch and reentry license application and approval processes.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2006/08/15/E6-13313/safety-approvals)
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