Text in force at CS29-12: from CS29-0, effective 14 Nov 2003.
(a) Bag floats. Each bag float m ust be designed to withstand:
(1) The m aximum pres sure differential that might be developed at the m aximum altitude for which certification with the float is requested; and
(2) The vertical loads prescribed in CS 29.521(a), distributed along the length of the bag over three-quarters of its projected area.
(b) Rigid floats. Each rigid float must be able to withstand the vertical, horizontal, and side loads prescribed in CS 29.521. An appropriate load distribution under critical conditions must be used.
ED Decision 2003/016/RM · Source