Originally Posted by
PPL-Pilot
This may sound like a silly question, and it probably is, but how do I determine icing conditions?Jon
Hey Jon , don't go looking too deeply into this , at least , not if you are a recreational PPL flyer.
Start when you get into your car . Do you need to scrape the windows ? It has nothing to do with how cold it is , just how much moisture is in the air.
What type of a/c are you flying ? It'll probably only have pitot heat.
Carburettor icing can happen at any time of year and is no big deal . Airframe icing is another matter and that can kill you.
Good old CAA Safety Sense Leaflets can be your greatest friend in dispelling any shall I/ shan't I doubts; Leaflet No.3 in particular .
Always remember . You're better off down here wishing you were up there than vice-versa..
