CS 26.155 Flammability of cargo compartment liners

CAA ORS9 Decision No. 1

Compliance with point 26.155 of UK Part-26 is demonstrated by complying with CS 25.855 & Appendix F Part III, or equivalent or with the following:

(a) Large aeroplanes, Type Certificated after 1 January 1958, with Class C or D compartment, greater than 5.66 m³ (200 cubic feet) have ceiling and sidewall liner panels which are constructed of:

(1) glass fibre reinforced resin, or

(2) materials which meet the flame penetration test specifications of Appendix F Part III, or other equivalent methods, or

(3) aluminium (only in the case of aluminium liner installations approved prior to 1 July 1989).

(b) For compliance with this paragraph, the term ‘liner’ includes any design features, such as a joint or fastener which would affect the capability of the liner to safely contain a fire.