A Pilot's Guide to Ground Icing

Module IV - De-Icing Operations

How to take it off

Section: Taxi

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Be especially cautious of prop or jet wash that can or blow slush onto control surfaces, and taxiing through deep slush or puddles. Slush may splash onto your landing gear or control surfaces and freeze.

If you suspect contamination on your aircraft's critical surfaces, conduct an external inspection, or just taxi back to de-ice again.

Aircraft taxis through slush on runway
Aircraft taxis through slush on runway
Aircraft taxis through slush on runway

Conduct an external inspection if you suspect slush has been blown or splashed onto critical surfaces