National Aeronautics and
Space Administration
Headquarters
Washington, DC 20546-001
June 27, 2001
Reply to the Attn of: GS
Mr. Gregory Nemitz
Orbital Development
3672-A Bancroft Street
San Diego, CA 92104
Dear Mr. Nemitz:
I have been asked to reply to your most recent letter to Mr. Frankle.
In response to your further inquires concerning a "parking/storage fee" for asteroid 433 Eros, I can only repeat that NASA, as a Federal agency, must have a basis in U.S. law in order to pay any claim. As Mr. Frankle's letter of April 9, 2001, explains, we do not believe you have established a legal basis for your purported claim for payment.
I am afraid we are not able to provide you with legal advice in this matter. You have received the Agency's final determination concerning your claim.
Sincerely,
(signed)
E. Jason Steptoe
Associate General Counsel
Commercial & International Law Division
cc.
G/Mr. Frankle
GS/Mr. Mirmina