Marking of TSO-C72b Individual Flotation Devices

AC 20-56A · FAA

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Overview

The Marking of TSO-C72b Individual Flotation Devices (AC 20-56A) is a public-domain FAA advisory circular, republished here as a free chaptered HTML edition with a linked table of contents and the official PDF.

Publisher: FAA
Document: AC 20-56A
Pages: 1

Key points

This advisory circular outlines acceptable methods for marking individual flotation devices that also serve as seat cushions.
Advisory Circular 20-56, dated 1/19/68, is cancelled.
The TSO marking must include the date of manufacture and can be attached to the slipcover, basic device, or muslin cover.
For TSO-C72b devices with removable slipcovers, the TSO marking may be applied to the muslin cover or basic device, or directly to the upholstery slipcover.
Reference regulations include Technical Standard Order C72b and Federal Aviation Regulations 25.1415(e) and 121.34D(a).

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of this advisory circular?

The purpose of this circular is to outline acceptable methods for marking individual flotation devices which also serve as seat cushions.

What document does this advisory circular cancel?

This advisory circular cancels Advisory Circular 20-56, dated 1/19/68.

Where should the TSO marking be placed on the flotation devices?

The TSO marking can be attached to the slipcover, basic device, or muslin cover.

What regulations are referenced in this document?

The referenced regulations include Technical Standard Order C72b and Federal Aviation Regulations 25.1415(e) and 121.34D(a).

Can the TSO marking be applied to the upholstery slipcover?

Yes, the TSO marking may be applied directly to the upholstery slipcover.

Document

AC NO: 20-s6A

DATE: 4/tns

ADVISORY

CIRCULAR

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION

SUBJECT: MARKING OF TS0·C72b INDIVIDUAL FLCY.CATION DEVICES

1. PURPOSE. This circular outlines acceptable methods for marking individual flotation devices which also serve as seat cushions.

2. CANCELLATICN. Advisory Circular 20-56, dated 1/19/68, is cancelled.

3. REFERENCE REGULATIONS. Technical Standard Order C72b, Federal Aviation Regulations 25.1415(e) and 121.34D(a).

4. DISCUSSION. One type of individual flotation device consists of a basic cushion with a muslin cover contained in an upholstery slipcover.

Straps are attached to the upholstery slipcover by which the user retains the device in the water. The TSO marking, which includes the date of manufacture, is either attached to this slipcover, the basic device, or the muslin cover.

5. ACCEPTABLE MEANS OF CCMPLIANCE. In the case of TS0-C72b individual flotation devices with removable slipcovers such as described above, the TSO marking may be applied to the muslin cover or basic device itself, with a notation identifying the type of cover with which it used or the TSO marking may be applied directly to the upholstery slipcover.

Acting Director Flight Standards Service Initiated by: AFS-120