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14 C.F.R. PART 31--AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: MANNED FREE BALLOONS

TITLE 14--Aeronautics and Space

CHAPTER I--FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

SUBCHAPTER C--AIRCRAFT

PART 31--AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: MANNED FREE BALLOONS

Subpart A--GENERAL

�31.1

Applicability.

Subpart B--FLIGHT REQUIREMENTS

�31.12

Proof of compliance.

�31.14

Weight limits.

�31.16

Empty weight.

�31.17

Performance: Climb.

�31.19

Performance: Uncontrolled descent.

�31.20

Controllability.

Subpart C--STRENGTH REQUIREMENTS

�31.21

Loads.

�31.23

Flight load factor.

�31.25

Factor of safety.

�31.27

Strength.

Subpart D--DESIGN CONSTRUCTION

�31.31

General.

�31.33

Materials.

�31.35

Fabrication methods.

�31.37

Fastenings.

�31.39

Protection.

�31.41

Inspection provisions.

�31.43

Fitting factor.

�31.45

Fuel cells.

�31.46

Pressurized fuel systems.

�31.47

Burners.

�31.49

Control systems.

�31.51

Ballast.

�31.53

Drag rope.

�31.55

Deflation means.

�31.57

Rip cords.

�31.59

Trapeze, basket, or other means provided for occupants.

�31.61

Static discharge.

�31.63

Safety belts.

�31.65

Position lights.

Subpart E--EQUIPMENT

�31.71

Function and installation.

Subpart F--OPERATING LIMITATIONS AND INFORMATION

�31.81

General.

�31.82

Instructions for continued Airworthiness.

�31.83

Conspicuity.

�31.85

Required basic equipment.

Appendix

Appendix A to Part 31--Instructions for continued Airworthiness