An 'Accumulation' Of Ice Wisdom

摘要

1.Trust the forecasts, but confirm with PIREPs and by calling ahead to talk to pilots at your destination. 2.Know and observe manufacturer's recommendations for ice certification and operation. 3.File and brief for reasonable alternates short of your planned destination, so you won't have to go far if you encounter limiting ice. 4.Know your escape plan before you enter potential icing conditions. 5.Avoid anything to do with freezing rain. You can't expect to outclimb it, and ice protection systems can't handle it.