Since the FAA is responsible for the regulations governing commercial space launch and re-entry licensing, the MoU aims to build a clear framework for private industry to follow for commercial launch and re-entry.

The agreement will support the transportation of government and non-government passengers, cargo, and other payloads for orbital and suborbital space missions as well as streamline spaceflight standards and requirements. It will also serve to share safety data with the public.

NASA also collaborates with the FAA on commercial suborbital spaceflight activities through the Commercial Crew Program’s Suborbital Crew (SubC).