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Old 13th December 2002 | 18:07
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EnglishmaninNY
 
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Carb heat - can it cause ice?

Hi all

I hope this isn't a stupid question, but I've always had the use of carb heat drummed into me throughout my training when power below a certain RPM, etc. However, I'm currently doing my FAA IR, and my very experienced instructor does not like to use carb heat. For example, he says that in the really cold weather, the induction of warmer air can actually warm the carb intake and surrounding air, causing moisture and possible ice! I'm not doubting him at all, but I'd appreciate other peoples' comments on this. Many thanks.

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