Ground Aircraft Deicing Technology Review.

Abstract

This report provides a review and update of operational, procedural, and system information regarding on-ground deicing of aircraft prior to flight. It reflects current practices of the different segments of aviation with the preponderance of information addressing the ground deicing operations and procedures employed by the airlines. Survey results presented in this report reflect the airlines' adherence to the clean aircraft concept as presented in Advisory Circular 20-117, and also indicates the need for a better understanding of the different types of deicing fluids and facilities currently available. Keywords: Freezing point, Depressants.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADA174674

Entities

People

  • Deborah Mayer
  • Joseph Michitsch
  • Rosie Yu

Organizations

  • ARINC

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Addressing
  • Adhesion
  • Aircrafts
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Freezing
  • Isothermal Processes
  • Phase Transformations
  • Physical Properties
  • Shape

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Systems Analysis and Design