Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: November 8, 2024) |
Title 14 - Aeronautics and Space |
Chapter I - Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation |
SubChapter C - Aircraft |
Part 31 - Airworthiness Standards: Manned Free Balloons |
Subpart D - Design Construction |
§ 31.51 - Ballast.
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§ 31.51 Ballast.
Each captive gas balloon must have a means for the safe storage and controlled release of ballast. The ballast must consist of material that, if released during flight, is not hazardous to persons on the ground.