Massachusetts § 49O - Application of Secs. 49B to 49R to certain aircraft
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 49O — Application of Secs. 49B to 49R to certain aircraft, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49O. Application of Secs. 49B to 49R to certain aircraft
Section 49O. Sections forty-nine B to forty-nine R, inclusive, shall not apply to (a) any aircraft owned and operated by or leased to and subject to the sole control of the United States or any civil or military agency of the United States or of the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or any territory or possession of the United States; (b) any aircraft owned and operated by or leased to and subject to the sole control of any state or agency thereof or any political subdivision or municipality of any state; (c) any aircraft owned and operated by or leased to and subject to the sole control of any foreign country or any civil or military agency thereof or any political subdivision or municipality thereof; or (d) any aircraft owned or being operated by a public air carrier engaged principally in regularly scheduled inter-state or foreign air transportation for hire under either a federal certificate of public convenience and necessity or under a letter of registration or exemption order issued by the civil aeronautics board or its successor.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 49O
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 49O cover?
Section 49O ("Application of Secs. 49B to 49R to certain aircraft") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 49O?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 49O" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
How does Massachusetts § 49O apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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