CS-VLA 973 Fuel tank filler connection

• ED Decision 2003/18/RM found in: CS-VLA Amdt 1 - Very Light Aeroplanes (Mar 2009)

CS-VLA 973 Fuel tank filler connection ED Decision 2003/18/RM (a) Fuel tank filler connections must be located outside the personnel compartment. Spilled fuel must be prevented from entering the fuel tank compartment or any part of the aeroplane other than the tank itself. (b) Each filler cap must provide a fuel-tight seal for the main filler opening. However, there may be small openings in the fuel tank cap for venting purposes or for the purpose of allowing passage of a fuel gauge through the cap.