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AA.VII.A.S2eFAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Skills

e. Airframe icing

ACS element text (the applicant demonstrates understanding of)

Use proper procedures for an emergency situation(s) presented by the evaluator, such as: e. Airframe icing

Bottom line

Even with AFM/POH approval, the prudent pilot avoids icing conditions to the maximum extent practicable and avoids extended flight in any icing conditions.

FAA references

  1. 14 CFR 91.527 (Operating in icing conditions.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
  2. AC 91-74, para. 1-5 — AC No: 91-74A
  3. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-10) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AC 91-74, para. 6-2 — AC No: 91-74A
  5. AFH ch. 5, Environmental Factors (p. 5-2) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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