§ 702 — Definitions

As used in this chapter, and unless the context otherwise requires— (1) the term “communications satellite system” refers to a system of communications satellites in space whose purpose is to relay telecommunication information between satellite terminal stations, together with such associated equipment and facilities for tracking, guidance, control, and command functions as are not part of the generalized launching, tracking, control, and command facilities for all space purposes; (2) (3) the term “communications satellite” means an earth satellite which is intentionally used to relay telecommunication information; (4) the term “associated equipment and facilities” refers to facilities other than satellite terminal stations and communications satellites, to be constructed and operated for the primary purpose of a communications satellite system, whether for administration and management, for research and development, or for direct support of space operations; (5) (6) the term “telecommunication” means any transmission, emission or reception of signs, signals, writings, images, and sounds or intelligence of any nature by wire, radio, optical, or other electromagnetic systems.1 (7) omitted; (8) the term “corporation” means the corporation authorized by subchapter III of this chapter.1 (9) the term “Administration” means the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; and (10) the term “Commission” means the Federal Communications Commission.