The issue of subrogation in space insurance is one of the hotly debated topics in the space community. Some underwriters have tried hard to pursue the right of subrogation in order to get compensation from third-parties, in most cases the space products manufacturers.; In this thesis, the doctrine of subrogation is examined and the possibility of applying this doctrine to space insurance is explored. Various legal bases in the jurisdictions of the United States, which might be used for compensation under subrogation, are discussed. The thesis also tries to trace the U.S. Courts' attitude towards subrogation and related issues in recent cases. After examining the present legal liability regime for space venture and U.S. policy of commercialization of space activities, a conclusion is made.
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