Text in force at 25-153: from 25-7, effective 14 Nov 1965.
The airplane must be longitudinally, directionally, and laterally stable in accordance with the provisions of Secs. 25.173 through 25.177. In addition, suitable stability [and control feel (static stability)] is required in any condition normally encountered in service, if flight tests show it is necessary for safe operation.
30 FR 13117 · Source