Airframe · Lesson 24 of 40
Ice and Rain Control Systems
How ice forms and what it does to an aircraft, ice detectors, thermal pneumatic, thermal electric and chemical anti-icing, pneumatic and electric deicing, propeller and windshield protection, ground deicing fluids, rain removal, and how to inspect and maintain these systems.
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Part of A&P Complete
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- Describe how clear, rime and mixed ice form and the effects of icing on performance
- Distinguish anti-icing from deicing and match each ice protection method to the components it protects
- Explain how pneumatic deice boot systems work and perform their operational checks, inspection and care
- Describe ground deicing fluids, holdover time and safe snow and ice removal
- Compare windshield wiper, rain repellent, hydrophobic coating and pneumatic rain removal systems