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CS 31HB.72 Miscellaneous equipment

ED Decision 2011/013/R

Each balloon must be equipped with:

(a)     General:

(1)     A standby source of ignition for the pilot light or burner.

(2)     An envelope temperature indicator, which may either be of the continuous reading type or a type that gives a warning signal. (See also CS 31HB.49(e))

(3)     Where flight manual limitations specify a rate of climb or descent; a rate of climb/descent indicator (variometer).

(4)     A fire extinguisher. (See AMC 31HB.72(a)(4))

(b)     A 'kit' of tethering components, if the balloon is specifically approved for tethered operations. (See CS 31HB.28)

(c)      For mixed balloons minimum ballast, if applicable.

[Amdt No.: 31HB/1]