14 CFR §25.967
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- (a)Each fuel tank must be supported so that tank loads (resulting from the weight of the fuel in the tanks) are not concentrated on unsupported tank surfaces. In addition—
- (1)There must be pads, if necessary, to prevent chafing between the tank and its supports;
- (2)Padding must be nonabsorbent or treated to prevent the absorption of fluids;
- (3)If a flexible tank liner is used, it must be supported so that it is not required to withstand fluid loads; and
- (4)Each interior surface of the tank compartment must be smooth and free of projections that could cause wear of the liner unless—
- (b)Spaces adjacent to tank surfaces must be ventilated to avoid fume accumulation due to minor leakage. If the tank is in a sealed compartment, ventilation may be limited to drain holes large enough to prevent excessive pressure resulting from altitude changes.
- (c)The location of each tank must meet the requirements of § 25.1185(a).
- (d)No engine nacelle skin immediately behind a major air outlet from the engine compartment may act as the wall of an integral tank.
- (e)Each fuel tank must be isolated from personnel compartments by a fumeproof and fuelproof enclosure.