The regulatory requirements for design airworthiness certification of unmanned aircraft systems, along with small unmanned aircraft systems, range from full certification as a special class of aircraft under 14CFR Part 21.17(b), down to the provisions of 14CFR 107.15. The provisions of 14CFR 107.15 only require that the remote pilot-in-command check the aircraft to determine whether it is in a condition for safe operation or just having a manufacturer's statement of compliance to some standard.

Other schemes are being explored as well, such as a combination of regulations and industry standards based on risk level categories determined by the kinetic energy of the aircraft or just requiring a flight demonstration of durability and endurance.

Provide and support a position on what regulatory scheme should be followed for the design airworthiness certification of aircraft operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft.

Should there be a distinction based on the size, weight, operating environment, or other considerations? Should an entire new 14CFR Part be developed? What are the considerations between requiring compliance with regulations and/or industry standards, or just a flight demonstration, or something different altogether?