Approaching Minimums...
My question is how common it is trying to save some money and time by deciding not to take de-icing?
Can open, worms all over the place!
As an LAE I have had many arguments with station managers trying to keep their station costs down.
Even some Captains refuse to acknowledge the fact that an aircraft wings need de-icing even when upper surfaces are obviously thick with frost or ice.
Some won't even get out of their seat to check for themselves, I have seen some just look out at a clear azure sky and say "why, the sun is shining, what do I need de-icing for".
