Meteorology

Hielo Transparente

The formation of smooth, transparent ice on aircraft surfaces, resulting from slow freezing of large supercooled water droplets.

Quick answer: The formation of smooth, transparent ice on aircraft surfaces, resulting from slow freezing of large supercooled water droplets.

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Quick answer

The formation of smooth, transparent ice on aircraft surfaces, resulting from slow freezing of large supercooled water droplets.

Why it matters

Hielo Transparente 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 Hielo Transparente?

In this glossary, Hielo Transparente refers to: The formation of smooth, transparent ice on aircraft surfaces, resulting from slow freezing of large supercooled water droplets.

How is Hielo Transparente used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "El piloto informa de formación moderada de hielo transparento en el nivel de vuelo uno-ocho-cero."

Why does Hielo Transparente matter in aviation?

Hielo Transparente 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 Hielo Transparente?

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

What category does Hielo Transparente belong to?

In this glossary, Hielo Transparente 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

The formation of smooth, transparent ice on aircraft surfaces, resulting from slow freezing of large supercooled water droplets.

Operational example

Pilot reports moderate clear icing at flight level one-eight-zero.

Localized term

Hielo Transparente

Localized example

El piloto informa de formación moderada de hielo transparento en el nivel de vuelo uno-ocho-cero.

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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