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Fueling Deicing

Glace de ruissellement

Ice that forms aft of treated surfaces when anti-icing fluids are overwhelmed by supercooled water running back and freezing further aft on aircraft surfaces.

Quick answer: Ice that forms aft of treated surfaces when anti-icing fluids are overwhelmed by supercooled water running back and freezing further aft on aircraft surfaces.

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Quick answer

Ice that forms aft of treated surfaces when anti-icing fluids are overwhelmed by supercooled water running back and freezing further aft on aircraft surfaces.

Why it matters

Glace de ruissellement matters because it supports clear communication in Fueling Deicing 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 Glace de ruissellement?

In this glossary, Glace de ruissellement refers to: Ice that forms aft of treated surfaces when anti-icing fluids are overwhelmed by supercooled water running back and freezing further aft on aircraft surfaces.

How is Glace de ruissellement used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Après dégivrage, vérifiez la présence de glace de ruissellement sur les ailes, notamment près du bord de fuite avant le départ."

Why does Glace de ruissellement matter in aviation?

Glace de ruissellement matters because it supports clear communication in Fueling Deicing 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 Glace de ruissellement?

Glace de ruissellement is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Glace de ruissellement belong to?

In this glossary, Glace de ruissellement is grouped under Fueling Deicing. 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

Ice that forms aft of treated surfaces when anti-icing fluids are overwhelmed by supercooled water running back and freezing further aft on aircraft surfaces.

Operational example

After de-icing, check for runback ice on wing surfaces, especially near the trailing edge before departure.

Localized term

Glace de ruissellement

Localized example

Après dégivrage, vérifiez la présence de glace de ruissellement sur les ailes, notamment près du bord de fuite avant le départ.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Fueling Deicing

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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