33 C.F.R. § 183.580

Current through November 30, 2024
Section 183.580 - Static pressure test for fuel tanks

A fuel tank is tested by performing the following procedures in the following order:

(a) Fill the tank with air or inert gas to the pressure marked on the tank label under § 183.514(b)(5) .
(b) Examine each tank fitting and seam for leaks using a leak detection method other than the pressure drop method.

33 C.F.R. §183.580

CGD 74-209, 42 FR 5950, Jan. 31, 1977, as amended by CGD 81-092, 48 FR 55737, Dec. 15, 1983