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IR.II.A.R2FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Risk management

Limitations of anti-icing and deicing systems.

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Limitations of anti-icing and deicing systems.

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. AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-9–13-10) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  2. IFH ch. 11 Inadvertent Icing Encounter — FAA-H-8083-15B
  3. PHAK ch. 7 (p. 7-40) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. PHAK ch. 7 (p. 7-41) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. AC 91-74 Appendix 3 — AC No: 91-74A
  6. IFH ch. 5 (p. 5-37) — FAA-H-8083-15B
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