DEICINGBOOT

Deicing boot

A deicing boot is a type of ice protection system installed on aircraft surfaces to permit a mechanical deicing in flight. Such boots are generally installed on the leading edges of wings and control surfaces as these areas are most likely to accumulate ice and any contamination could severely affect the aircraft's performance.

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deicing boot

Noun

  1. a device installed on aircraft surfaces to permit a mechanical deicing in flight


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