14 CFR 25.609
§ 25.609 Protection of structure.
United States · 14 CFR — Aeronautics and Space · Status: effective
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- 14 CFR 25.609, § 25.609 Protection of structure, United States, version 1 as recorded 2026-07-09, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/54083
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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 for protection.
Legislative history
This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.