DEFSTAN 00-970(PT9)/4(2006) : 2006

PREFACE
SECTION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Clause 1.1 Introduction and Purpose
Clause 1.2 Applicability and Scope
Clause 1.3 Definitions
Clause 1.4 Referenced Documents
SECTION 2 - SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS
Clause 2.1 Operational Colouring and Marking
Clause 2.2 General Operational Environmental Conditions
Clause 2.3 Reliability and Maintenance
Clause 2.4 Safety Management
Clause 2.5 Software
Clause 2.6 Electro-Magnetic Compatibility
Clause 2.7 Electronic Counter Measures (ECM) Resistance
Clause 2.8 Electronics
Clause 2.9 Range Interfacing
Clause 2.10 Design and Assembly of Components
Clause 2.11 Health Monitoring
Clause 2.12 Guidance and Control Systems
SECTION 3 - SUPPORT FACILITIES
Clause 3.1 General Requirements
Clause 3.2 Specific Climatic Conditions
Clause 3.3 Launch and Recovery Systems
Clause 3.4 Control Station
Clause 3.5 Maintenance
SECTION 4 - UNMANNED AIR VEHICLE
Clause 4.1 General Requirements
Clause 4.2 Climatic Conditions
Clause 4.3 Flight Performance
Clause 4.4 Structural Strength Requirements
Clause 4.5 Airframe
Clause 4.6 Powerplant
Clause 4.7 Avionics
Clause 4.8 Flight Termination
Clause 4.9 Payload
Clause 4.10 Electrical Installation and Wiring
Clause 4.11 Installation of Accident/Incident Flight Data
            Recorder
SECTION 5 - DESIGN QUALIFICATION
Clause 5.1 General Principles of Design Qualification
Clause 5.2 Evaluation and Validation of the UAV System
Clause 5.3 Evaluation and Validation of Support Facilities
Clause 5.4 Evaluation and Validation of Air Vehicle and
            Payloads

Provides Design and Airworthiness guidance for both the contractor/designer and the MoD Integrated Project Team.