Airspace Jurisdiction
/ˈɛərˌspeɪs ˌdʒʊərɪsˈdɪkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal authority of a state or sovereign to regulate, control, and enforce laws within the airspace above its territory.
The government asserted its airspace jurisdiction to prohibit unauthorized drone flights.
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- airspace jurisdiction
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Commentary
Airspace jurisdiction is critical in balancing national security, aviation regulation, and international law, often requiring clarity in treaties and statutes regarding vertical boundaries of sovereign control.
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