Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
Title 14 - Aeronautics and Space |
Chapter I - Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation |
SubChapter C - Aircraft |
Part 25 - Airworthiness Standards: Transport Category Airplanes |
Subpart E - Powerplant |
Oil System |
§ 25.1017 - Oil lines and fittings.
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§ 25.1017 Oil lines and fittings.
(a) Each oil line must meet the requirements of § 25.993 and each oil line and fitting in any designated fire zone must meet the requirements of § 25.1183.
(b) Breather lines must be arranged so that -
(1) Condensed water vapor that might freeze and obstruct the line cannot accumulate at any point;
(2) The breather discharge does not constitute a fire hazard if foaming occurs or causes emitted oil to strike the pilot's windshield; and
(3) The breather does not discharge into the engine air induction system.