03. Anti-Ice, Rain Flashcards
How many ice detection systems are fitted to the aircraft?
Two
When is automatic ice detection inhibited on the ground?
Below 75kts
Which anti-ice systems are controlled by automatic ice detection?
Engine, wing and pack inlet anti-ice
When are the ice detectors heated?
They are electrically heated after engine start
What is the heat source for engine anti-ice?
Bleed air
Which section of the engine is de-iced?
Engine core & cowl inlet
Can engine anti-ice be used on the ground?
Yes, in MANUAL mode
What indicates that engine anti-ice is on?
EAI is displayed above the EICAS N1 indication
What happens to the engine idle setting when engine anti-ice is on?
The engine EEC automatically adjusts idle to prevent icing
If there is a leak in the engine anti-ice…
a. how is it detected?
b. what is the automatic action? c. what is the indication?
a. Duct leak detection system.
b. Engine anti-ice valve closes
c. EICAS message ANTI-ICE LEAK ENG L, R.
What is the heat source for wing anti-ice?
Electrically powered thermal anti-icing mats
Which areas are anti-iced on the wing?
Four midwing leading edge slats on each wing
When is automatic wing anti-ice available?
In flight and on the ground above 75kts
What happens if a wing anti-ice thermal mat fails?
The system automatically de-powers the opposite thermal mat to prevent asymmetrical wing icing.
What is the cockpit indication when wing anti-ice is operating?
WAI is displayed below the EICAS N1 indication