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How planes continue to fly in icy conditions

Dealing with snow and ice while in flight

How planes continue to fly in icy conditions
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08/07/2025 19:00 ‧ 7 hours ago | StarsInsider

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When tasked with flying in snowy and icy conditions, it is very important that airplanes are properly prepared. A buildup of ice snow or ice on the wings of a plane can have serious consequences for the pilot's ability to fly it. And given that the demand for air travel doesn't stop winter, there are processes in place to ensure that planes continue to be able to fly in wintry conditions.

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