14 C.F.R. § 31.53 Drag rope.
Title 14 - Aeronautics and Space
If a drag rope is used, the end that is released overboard must be stiffened to preclude the probability of the rope becoming entangled with trees, wires, or other objects on the ground.
Title 14: Aeronautics and Space
PART 31—AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: MANNED FREE BALLOONS
Subpart D—Design Construction
§ 31.53 Drag rope.
