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AA.I.A.K10FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge

Ice protection–anti-ice, deice, pitot-static system protection, turbine inlet, propelle...

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Ice protection–anti-ice, deice, pitot-static system protection, turbine inlet, propeller, windshield, airfoil surfaces, and other related components.

Bottom line

The presence of anti-icing and deicing equipment, even though it may appear elaborate and complete, does not necessarily mean that the airplane is approved for flight in icing conditions.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 7 (p. 7-40) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-9–13-10) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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