Meteorology

Enteisung

Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

Quick answer: Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

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Quick answer

Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

Why it matters

Enteisung matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Enteisung?

In this glossary, Enteisung refers to: Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

How is Enteisung used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Enteisung auf Parkplatz zwei läuft, Dauer etwa fünf Minuten."

Why does Enteisung matter in aviation?

Enteisung matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses Enteisung?

Enteisung is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Enteisung belong to?

In this glossary, Enteisung is grouped under Meteorology. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

Removal of existing frost, ice or snow from aircraft surfaces before flight.

Operational example

Ground: De‑icing in progress on aircraft stand two, expect five minutes to complete.

Localized term

Enteisung

Localized example

Enteisung auf Parkplatz zwei läuft, Dauer etwa fünf Minuten.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Meteorology

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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