N.D. Cent. Code § 28-01.4-01: Definitions

As used in this chapter:

1."Aircraft" means general aviation light craft that is powered and intended to fly above the ground; is designed to carry one person or more, but with a maximum seating capacity of fewer than twenty passengers; and weighs less than twelve thousand five hundred pounds [5669.9 kilograms].

2."Aircraft component" means a manufactured part or assembly intended for use in the construction, replacement, or repair of an aircraft. The term includes any complete aircraft subsystem, including the aircraft engine, that carries its own manufacturer's warranty or services provided separately from the warranty of the manufacturer of the aircraft.

3."Aviation manufacturer" means a manufacturer of aircraft or aircraft components who has its place of manufacture and place of production of aircraft or aircraft components located within this state. The term includes a manufacturer located in this state who imports raw materials, components, and aircraft subassemblies from outside the state for manufacturing purposes. The term also includes a person who modifies, maintains, alters, repairs, or installs aircraft components in aircraft in accordance with federal aviation administration regulations and holds a repair station certificate issued by the federal aviation administration.

4."State-of-the-art product" means an aircraft or aircraft component manufactured by utilizing the most recent scientific, mechanical, and technological developments at the time of manufacture.