Aircraft Icing CONT.

Question 1

What happens when ice accumulates on an airplane?

Answer 1

Ice changes the shape of the flying surfaces, primarily accumulating at the leading edges. It adds weight and can change the shape of the propeller’s airfoil.

Question 2

How should you approach if there is ice on your airplane?

Answer 2

Make your approach at a higher than normal airspeed due to increased weight and stalling speed.

Question 3

What should you do with flaps settings if there is a lot of ice?

Answer 3

Either restrict flaps settings or use no flaps.

Question 4

What should you expect if the windshield is iced over during landing?

Answer 4

You will have to land with little or no forward visibility. A landing would best be made on a runway with an ILS.

Question 5

What occurs when the airplane starts shedding ice?

Answer 5

There can be loud noises as the ice from the wings bangs into the tail and as the ice from the nose hits the windshield.