Glossary
Aviation Weather
Icing
Definition
The accumulation of ice on aircraft surfaces during flight through supercooled water droplets
Related Terms
Bleed Air
Compressed air extracted from the jet engine compressor used for cabin pressurization and de-icing
De-Icing Pad
A designated area where aircraft are treated with de-icing fluid before takeoff in cold weather
Pilot Report (PIREP)
An in-flight weather report provided by a pilot describing actual conditions encountered