International Air and Space Law

International Air and Space Law: Historical Evolution and Contemporary Challenges - Alsayedissa Alhashmi, LL.M.From the myth of Icarus to the race for Mars, humanity's ascent has always outpaced the law designed to govern it. Today, that gap is wider than ever.This book offers a comprehensive journey through the legal frameworks that govern the skies and beyond - from the sovereignty doctrines born of two World Wars to the unresolved governance challenges of artificial intelligence in orbit, cislunar economics, and permanent human settlement on other planets. Spanning eighteen chapters, it examines the philosophical foundations of airspace sovereignty, the architecture of the five UN space treaties, the commercialisation revolution transforming the space industry, and the geopolitical competition reshaping international cooperation. A dedicated study of the United Arab Emirates traces the remarkable trajectory of a young nation - from its founding father's encounters with Apollo astronauts to its century-long Mars 2117 vision.Grounded in treaty law yet alive to the frontiers of practice, this book equips readers with the historical perspective and analytical tools to navigate the most consequential governance challenges of the coming century.Essential reading for students of international law, aviation professionals, space policy practitioners, and anyone captivated by humanity's enduring determination to rise.

Pages: 446, Paperback, Notion Press