14 CFR §25.863
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- (a)In each area where flammable fluids or vapors might escape by leakage of a fluid system, there must be means to minimize the probability of ignition of the fluids and vapors, and the resultant hazards if ignition does occur.
- (b)Compliance with paragraph (a) of this section must be shown by analysis or tests, and the following factors must be considered:
- (1)Possible sources and paths of fluid leakage, and means of detecting leakage.
- (2)Flammability characteristics of fluids, including effects of any combustible or absorbing materials.
- (3)Possible ignition sources, including electrical faults, overheating of equipment, and malfunctioning of protective devices.
- (4)Means available for controlling or extinguishing a fire, such as stopping flow of fluids, shutting down equipment, fireproof containment, or use of extinguishing agents.
- (5)Ability of airplane components that are critical to safety of flight to withstand fire and heat.
- (c)If action by the flight crew is required to prevent or counteract a fluid fire (e.g., equipment shutdown or actuation of a fire extinguisher) quick acting means must be provided to alert the crew.
- (d)Each area where flammable fluids or vapors might escape by leakage of a fluid system must be identified and defined.