Fueling Deicing

De-icing

The process of removing existing ice, frost, or snow from aircraft surfaces, typically wings, tail, and control surfaces, to ensure safe flight operations.

Quick answer: The process of removing existing ice, frost, or snow from aircraft surfaces, typically wings, tail, and control surfaces, to ensure safe flight operations.

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Quick answer

The process of removing existing ice, frost, or snow from aircraft surfaces, typically wings, tail, and control surfaces, to ensure safe flight operations.

Why it matters

De-icing 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

What is De-icing?

In this glossary, De-icing refers to: The process of removing existing ice, frost, or snow from aircraft surfaces, typically wings, tail, and control surfaces, to ensure safe flight operations.

How is De-icing used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pesawat di posisi 15 memerlukan de-icing sebelum keberangkatan karena ada es di sayap."

Why does De-icing matter in aviation?

De-icing 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 De-icing?

De-icing is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does De-icing belong to?

In this glossary, De-icing 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

The process of removing existing ice, frost, or snow from aircraft surfaces, typically wings, tail, and control surfaces, to ensure safe flight operations.

Operational example

Aircraft on stand 15 requires de-icing before departure due to accumulation of frost on the wings.

Localized term

De-icing

Localized example

Pesawat di posisi 15 memerlukan de-icing sebelum keberangkatan karena ada es di sayap.

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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