14 CFR 29.1543
§ 29.1543 Instrument markings: general.
United States · 14 CFR — Aeronautics and Space · Status: effective
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For each instrument—
(a) When markings are on the cover glass of the instrument there must be means to maintain the correct alignment of the glass cover with the face of the dial; and
(b) Each arc and line must be wide enough, and located to be clearly visible to the pilot.
Legislative history
This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.