Safe space?

The article discusses the inadequacy of current international space law in addressing the challenges posed by the growing private spaceflight industry. The Outer Space Treaty of 1967, which states that only states can be responsible for space activities, does not account for non-governmental entities like SpaceX. The US government, where SpaceX is based, has delegated responsibility for safety concerns to the company itself. However, this arrangement may change as the learning period, which prohibits the Federal Aviation Administration from regulating the safety of private astronauts, is set to expire in 2025. Another issue that needs attention is the lack of regulations on the number of satellites in orbit, particularly those launched by SpaceX, which could interfere with astronomical observations. The article suggests that a revision of the Outer Space Treaty is necessary to address these modern challenges. [Extracted from the article]