Territorial Airspace

/ˈtɛrɪtɔːriəl ˈɛərspeɪs/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The airspace over the territory of a state, including its land area and internal waters, subject to the state's sovereignty and jurisdiction.
    Commercial flights must comply with the regulations governing the territorial airspace of each country they enter.

Forms

  • territorial airspace

Commentary

Territorial airspace is a foundational concept in aviation and international law, defining the scope of a state's control over the air above its land and internal waters.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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