As used in this article, “aircraft” means any contrivance used for navigation of, or flight in, the air. “Aircraft” does not include a hot air balloon furnished or providing transportation for entertainment, sporting, or recreational purposes.

(Amended (as amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 706, Sec. 3) by Stats. 2012, Ch. 108, Sec. 3. (AB 1524) Effective January 1, 2013.)