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49 CFR · Part 175

49 CFR § 175.34

Exceptions for cylinders of compressed oxygen or other oxidizing gases transported within the State of Alaska.

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Read in Subpart A
Part 175 Contents
  • Subpart A: General Information and Regulations
  • Subpart B: Loading, Unloading and Handling
  • Subpart C: Specific Regulations Applicable According to Classification of Material
(a)

Exceptions. When transported in the State of Alaska, cylinders of compressed oxygen or other oxidizing gases aboard aircraft are excepted from all the requirements of §§ 173.302(f)(3) through (5) and 173.304(f)(3) through (5) of this subchapter subject to the following conditions:

(1)

Transportation of the cylinders by a ground-based or water-based mode of transportation is unavailable and transportation by aircraft is the only practical means for transporting the cylinders to their destination;

(2)

Each cylinder is fully covered with a fire or flame resistant blanket that is secured in place; and

(3)

The operator of the aircraft complies with the applicable notification procedures under § 175.33.

(b)

Aircraft restrictions. This exception only applies to the following types of aircraft:

(1)

Cargo-only aircraft transporting the cylinders to a delivery destination that receives cargo-only service at least once a week.

(2)

Passenger and cargo-only aircraft transporting the cylinders to a delivery destination that does not receive cargo only service once a week.

Regulations Referenced

49 CFR 175.33

Reflects the eCFR edition current as of October 13, 2026. Retrieved from ecfr.gov on October 17, 2026.

Primary Source

  • Official Source (49 CFR · Part 175)