It’s
that time of year again, so a summary of the CAA’s advice on the above ….
• Icing forms stealthily.
• Some aircraft/engine combinations are more
susceptible than
others.
• Icing may occur in warm humid conditions
and is a possibility at any time of the year in the
UK.
• MOGAS makes carb icing more likely.
• Low power settings, such as in a descent or
in the circuit, are more likely to
produce carb icing.
• Warming up
the engine before take-off improves the effectiveness
of any carb body heat.
• Use full carb hot air frequently when flying in conditions where carb icing
is likely.
• Remember the RPM gauge is the primary
indication for a fixed pitch propeller;
manifold pressure for variable pitch.
• Treat the carb hot air as an ON/OFF
control –
either full hot or full cold.
• It takes time for the heat to work and the
engine may run roughly while ice is clearing.
• Timely use of
appropriate procedures can PREVENT THIS PROBLEM.
Finally, In the event of carb heat system
failure in flight:
• Avoid likely carb icing conditions.
• Maintain high throttle settings – full throttle if
possible.
• Weaken the mixture slightly.
• Land as soon as reasonably possible.
FLY SAFE!
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