Section 3179.102 - [Effective until 6/10/2024] Subsequent well tests(a) Gas flared during well tests subsequent to the initial production test is royalty free for a period not to exceed 24 hours, unless the BLM approves or requires a longer test period.(b) The operator may request a longer test period and must submit its request using a Sundry Notice.81 FR 88634, 12/8/2016; 81 FR 83078, 1/17/2017; 82 FR 58072, 1/8/2018; 83 FR 49211, 11/27/2018