US Department of Transportation
Transport
of Micro Fuel Cells on Passenger Aircraft
Published
United States
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Organization |
Department of Transportation
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
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Identification |
Code of Federal Regulations
49 CFR Parts 171, 173 and 175 |
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Scope |
On April 30, 2008 the US Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous
Materials Safety Administration agency published their final rule to revise 49
CFR 171, 173 and 175. This allows fuel cartridges for fuel cell devices and fuel
cell systems to be transported on board passenger aircraft in carry-on baggage
and used in flight. The types of fuel cell fuels permitted include: methanol,
formic acid, butane, and specific borohydride formulations that comply with
requirements of IEC/PAS 62282-6-1. The DOT action harmonized worldwide
regulations, allowing all airlines passengers to take advantage of these new
power systems.
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