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From: steve@umigw.MIAMI.EDU (steve emmerson)
Newsgroups: sci.space.shuttle
Subject: would a private shuttle be licenced
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Date: 14 Apr 89 02:26:47 GMT
Reply-To: steve@umigw.miami.edu (steve emmerson)
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Mr. Spencer's arguments on the advantages of private space programs has
given me to pose the following question: if the shuttle program was
privately funded, would it be licenced to fly?

The national government requires most transportation systems to meet
certain safety standards before they are granted a licence.  I believe
(though I could be mistaken) that even experimental aircraft must meet
certain standards and that there's some limitations on the number or
type of passengers.

So, given the shuttle's safety record and estimated risk, would it be 
licenced?

Please don't read into this any more than simple curiosity.
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