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 927110 Space Research and Technology

This industry comprises government establishments primarily engaged in the administration and operations of space flights, space research, and space exploration. Included in this industry are government establishments operating space flight centers.

Cross-References.

  • Private establishments primarily engaged in providing space freight transportation are classified in U.S. Industry 481212, Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation;
  • Government establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing aerospace vehicles and parts are classified in Industry 33641, Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing; and
  • Government establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing space satellites are classified in Industry 334220, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing.
    No change 1997 to 2002 2002 NAICS to 1987 SIC    
    2002
    NAICS    		1997
    NAICS    		1987
    SIC    		Corresponding Index Entries
    9271109271109661National Aeronautics and Space Administration
    9271109271109661Operating and launching government satellites
    9271109271109661Space flight operations, government