Definition of Voluntary Consensus Standards Body

In plain language

This definition clarifies what organizations (such as ASTM or RTCA) qualify as voluntary consensus standards bodies when developing industry standards for UAS operations.

Requirement as structured

Defines voluntary consensus standards bodies as domestic or international organizations that plan, develop, establish, or coordinate voluntary standards using open, balanced, and due-process procedures.

Original regulatory text

Voluntary consensus standards bodies are domestic or international organizations that plan, develop, establish, or coordinate voluntary standards using agreed-upon procedures. A voluntary consensus standards body observes principles such as openness, balance of interest, and due process. These bodies may include nonprofit organizations, industry associations, accredited standards developers, professional and technical societies, committees, task forces, or working groups.

Applies when

country

United States

regulatory category

General