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What is Pitot Tube Ice?

Pitot Tube Ice Ice formation in the pitot tube, which can obstruct accurate airspeed measurement, potentially leading to unreliable or erroneous cockpit indications.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Pitot Tube Ice” Used in Practice?

Center, we suspect pitot tube ice, airspeed readings are fluctuating rapidly, requesting deviation to warmer altitude.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is Pitot Tube Ice?

Ice formation in the pitot tube, which can obstruct accurate airspeed measurement, potentially leading to unreliable or erroneous cockpit indications.

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