Describe anti-icing and de-icing.

Description should include the following:

  • De-icing is the process of removing snow, ice, or frost from a surface.
  • Anti-icing refers to the application of chemicals or the application of heat.

PLT136

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why is frost hazardous to flight?
  • How does frost affect the lifting surfaces of an aircraft on takeoff?