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Old 7th February 2009 | 08:31
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Pace
 
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This is one of my earlier postings


Snow building up in/on the induction intakes/filters can have you reaching for hot/alternate air. The Partenavia and Apache are 2 types I've had this issue with.

Granite City Flyer

I almost posted this exception but decided not too. Yes if the snow has nowhere to go ie it hits a flat surface like a grille and doesnt pass through there is a danger that it will block the inlet.

Most aircraft dont have that sort of setup but ones which have a grill over something like an engine intake could block with snow if its unheated. The Partenavia did come to mind but that aircraft doesnt have a good reputation in any icing not just snow.

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The fact is that this is not going anywhere fast and is becoming pointless and personal so its better we beg to differ and leave it and no hard feelings

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