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moderate icing [1 record]

Record 1 2012-09-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Atmospheric, Climatic and Meteorological Phenomena
  • Air Traffic Control
  • Air Safety
DEF

An atmospheric condition in which the rate of ice accumulation is such that even short encounters become potentially hazardous and the use of de-icing or anti-icing equipment or diversion is necessary.

OBS

moderate icing: term and definition standardized by the Glossary for Pilots and Air Traffic Services Personnel Committee.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Phénomènes météorologiques, climatiques et atmosphériques
  • Circulation et trafic aériens
  • Sécurité (Transport aérien)
DEF

Condition atmosphérique dans laquelle le taux d'accumulation de glace est tel que même une exposition de brève durée peut devenir dangereuse; il est nécessaire d'avoir recours au matériel de dégivrage ou d'anti-givrage, ou de contourner la zone affectée.

OBS

givrage modéré : terme et définition normalisés par le Comité sur le Glossaire à l'intention des pilotes et du personnel des services de la circulation aérienne.

Spanish

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