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Old 26th Nov 2010, 15:16
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Big Pistons Forever
 
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While getting icing in a cruise flight while flying clear of cloud is a theoretical possiblle a more practical consideration is getting the engine started when it is cold out. With ground temps at 0 deg C proper primeing is essential for a successfull start and the engine should be allowed to warm up at idle before the runup and takeoff is performed. Also carb fires at start up are more likely with cold temperatures so you should make sure you know the drill.
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