ASTM F3563-22
Standard Specification for Design and Construction of Large Fixed Wing Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Standard Specification for Design and Construction of Large Fixed Wing Unmanned Aircraft Systems
- Статус документа:
- Действующий
- Формат:
- Электронный (PDF)
- Количество страниц:
- 19
- Дата публикации:
- 1 мая 2022 г.
- Издание:
- F3563
- ICS:
- 49.020
SCOPE 1.1 Applicability: 1.1.1 This specification identifies the industry standards that have been determined by consensus to demonstrate compliance to the requirements (“the Rules”) for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). 1.1.2 This specification does not apply to UAS carrying passengers or crew. 1.1.3 The following are outside the scope of this Design and Construction Specification: Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) or Hybrid Aircraft, Passenger or Crew Carrying UAS, Seaplanes or Amphibians, UAS Certified for Acrobatic Flight, Lightweight UAS that fall under Specification F3298, Recreational UAS (Model Aircraft), Detect and Avoid Systems, Control Station Specifics to Human Factors, Building Codes that apply to Ground Control Stations, and Command and Control Link. 1.1.4 Only standards that are considered mature enough for general application to certification projects and have been found acceptable by committee consensus to propose to the civil aviation authorities (CAAs) for acceptance as a Means of Compliance (MoC) to their Rules are included. 1.1.5 In the event that a particular CAA’s requirements are not harmonized with the other CAA’s requirements, the standards will be written to include the non-harmonized requirements as well as the harmonized requirements with the applicability defined in the standard. 1.2 Civil Aviation Authorities—CAAs may accept a specific revision of this specification as an acceptable MoC to their requirements. Acceptance and applicability as an MoC to the CAA’s airworthiness rules remains the decision of the respective CAAs. CAAs may accept this specification, with or without limitations as defined in their specification acceptance document. For information on which CAAs have accepted these standards (in whole or in part) as an acceptable MoC to their Rules, refer to the ASTM Committee F44 (General Aviation), ASTM Committee F38 (Unmanned Aerial Systems) or ASTM Committee F39 (Aircraft Systems) webpages (www.astm.org/COMMITTEE/F44.htm, www.astm.org/COMMITTEE/F38.htm, www.astm.org/COMMITTEE/F39.htm), which include CAA website links. 1.3 Applicant Responsibility—The applicant must seek individual guidance from their respective CAA concerning the use of this specification and any referenced Specifications, Practices, Test Methods, or Guides to show compliance to the CAA rules. Alternatively, an applicant may propose an MoC other than those included in this specification, but it is their responsibility to obtain acceptance of their proposed MoC from their CAA. 1.4 This specification is based heavily on the ASTM Committee F44 General Aviation means of compliance guidelines. Unmanned Aircraft System specific guidance is provided below for areas where considerations specific to the unmanned application of aircraft differs from traditional manned aircraft specification or certification requirements. ASTM F3264–18b, Standard Specification for Normal Category Aeroplanes Certification, from the Committee F44 General Aviation group was used as the starting point with referenced ASTM F44 MoC Specification referenced throughout. The referenced F44 standard is to be used as is except in the areas where UAS-specific changes to standard MoC practices have been identified. These changes are identified in the following manner: 1.4.1 Unique Addition for UAS—New UAS-specific MoC added in addition to standard MoC in areas where new UAS functionality is introduced. 1.4.2 Substitutions for UAS—Modification of standard MoC to create similar UAS-specific MoCs. 1.4.3 Not Applicable for UAS—MoCs not needed for Unmanned Aircraft or Remote Pilot Station. 1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 This international sta...
Abstract
Overview
ASTM F3563-22 is the Standard Specification for Design and Construction of Large Fixed Wing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), published by ASTM International. This standard provides a consensus framework for demonstrating compliance with airworthiness and design requirements, also known as "the Rules," for large, non-passenger, fixed-wing unmanned aircraft. Its focus is on safety, reliability, and certification, providing pathways for demonstrating a Means of Compliance (MoC) accepted by Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs).
This specification is tailored to address the unique needs of UAS that do not carry passengers or crew. It excludes VTOL or hybrid aircraft, lightweight or recreational drones, acrobatic flight, seaplanes, and systems where human-system interactions are paramount. Instead, ASTM F3563-22 covers design, construction, and performance standards suitable for industrial, commercial, and governmental fixed-wing drone applications.
Key Topics
1. Applicability & Exclusions
- Targets large, fixed-wing UAS not intended for passenger or crew transport.
- Excludes VTOL, amphibians, acrobatic, lightweight (covered under ASTM F3298), and recreational drones.
2. Consensus-Based Certification Pathway
- References mature industry standards as MoCs.
- Provides harmonization guidance for different CAAs, including handling of non-aligned regulatory requirements.
- Encourages direct applicant engagement with CAAs for unique certification cases or proposing alternative MoCs.
3. Incorporation of Related Standards
- Built on ASTM Committee F44 (General Aviation) guidelines and ASTM F3264 for normal category aeroplanes.
- Clearly delineates UAS-specific additions or substitutions where unmanned requirements diverge from manned norms.
4. Areas of Specification
- Aircraft flight performance (takeoff, climb, stall characteristics, controllability, stability)
- Structural integrity, load, and aeroelasticity considerations
- Integration and protection of critical systems and subsystems
- Design and construction of ground systems, where applicable
5. Safety and Regulatory Practice
- Mandates user responsibility for adopting effective safety, health, and environmental practices.
- Highlights the international basis for the standard, adhering to WTO Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) principles.
Applications
The practical value of ASTM F3563-22 centers on enabling manufacturers, engineers, operators, and regulators to ensure that large fixed-wing unmanned aircraft meet rigorous design and construction criteria for safe integration into civil airspace. Key application areas include:
- Commercial Operations: Supports certification and regulatory acceptance for cargo delivery, large-scale surveying, agricultural monitoring, and pipeline or infrastructure inspections.
- Governmental & Industrial Use: Facilitates procurement and deployment of large UAS for defense, environmental monitoring, disaster response, or border surveillance.
- Regulatory Compliance: Provides a documented route to satisfy CAA airworthiness requirements, reducing ambiguity and streamlining the approval process.
- Product Development: Offers clarity on performance, reliability, and safety expectations, yielding efficiency and consistency in the design cycle.
Related Standards
ASTM F3563-22 is part of a broader ecosystem of UAS and aircraft standards, referencing or building upon:
- ASTM F44 Series: General Aviation specifications, especially for normal category aeroplanes (ASTM F3264).
- ASTM F3298: Specification for Lightweight UAS.
- ASTM F3060, F3114, F3232, F3233: Covering terminology, structures, flight controls, and instrumentation.
- EASA CS 23 & FAA 14 CFR 23: Cited regulatory frameworks for normal category airplanes.
- ASTM Committee F38 and F39: Additional guidance for unmanned and broader aircraft systems.
For detailed information about the acceptance of ASTM F3563-22 by specific CAAs, refer to the pages for ASTM Committee F44, F38, and F39 at www.astm.org.
Keywords: ASTM F3563-22, fixed-wing UAS standard, unmanned aircraft design, UAS construction, CAA certification, drone airworthiness, Means of Compliance, large drone compliance, ASTM UAS standards
Технические детали
- Технический комитет
- F38 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems
- SKU
- ASTM F3563-22
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