Editing Deicing (section)

==== Ground de-icing of aircraft ====
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On the ground, when there are freezing conditions and [[precipitation (meteorology)|precipitation]], de-icing an aircraft is commonly practiced. Frozen contaminants interfere with the aerodynamic properties of the vehicle. Furthermore, dislodged ice can damage the engines.

Ground de-icing methods include:
* Spraying on various [[aircraft deicing fluid]]s to melt ice and prevent reformation
* Using unheated forced air to blow off loose snow and ice
* Using infrared heating to melt snow, ice, and frost without using chemicals
* Mechanical deicing using tools such as brooms, scrapers, and ropes
* Placing an aircraft in a warm hangar