(7)[ "Aircraft" means any machine which can derive support in the atmosphere from reactions of the air other than reactions of the air against the earth's surface and includes balloons whether fixed or free, airships, kites, gliders and flying machines;] [Substituted by G.S.R. 270, dated 2.3.1973.][(7-A) "Aircraft component" means any part, the soundness and correct functioning of which, when fitted to an aircraft, is essential to the continued airworthiness or safety of the aircraft and includes any item of equipment;] [Inserted by G.S.R. 1202, dated 23.7.1976.]
