Meteorology

Formação de gelo

The accumulation of ice on aircraft surfaces due to supercooled water droplets, which can affect aerodynamics and instrument performance.

Quick answer: The accumulation of ice on aircraft surfaces due to supercooled water droplets, which can affect aerodynamics and instrument performance.

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Quick answer

The accumulation of ice on aircraft surfaces due to supercooled water droplets, which can affect aerodynamics and instrument performance.

Why it matters

Formação de gelo 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 Formação de gelo?

In this glossary, Formação de gelo refers to: The accumulation of ice on aircraft surfaces due to supercooled water droplets, which can affect aerodynamics and instrument performance.

How is Formação de gelo used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Formação severa de gelo reportada no nível de voo 180 pela aeronave anterior."

Why does Formação de gelo matter in aviation?

Formação de gelo 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 Formação de gelo?

Formação de gelo is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Formação de gelo belong to?

In this glossary, Formação de gelo 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 accumulation of ice on aircraft surfaces due to supercooled water droplets, which can affect aerodynamics and instrument performance.

Operational example

Severe icing reported at flight level one eight zero by previous aircraft.

Localized term

Formação de gelo

Localized example

Formação severa de gelo reportada no nível de voo 180 pela aeronave anterior.

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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