§ 29.609 Protection of structure.

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Title 14 CFR: Aeronautics and Space › Chapter I: FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION › Part 29: AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: TRANSPORT CATEGORY ROTORCRAFT › Subpart D: Design and Construction › § 29.609: § 29.609 Protection of structure.

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Each part of the structure must—

(a) Be suitably protected against deterioration or loss of strength in service due to any cause, including—

(1) Weathering;

(2) Corrosion; and

(3) Abrasion; and

(b) Have provisions for ventilation and drainage where necessary to prevent the accumulation of corrosive, flammable, or noxious fluids.

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