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Old Jan 19, 2018 | 2:39 pm
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The plane gets cold-soaked at altitude, and picks up moisture on the descent. It freezes to the wings. Even though it is in the 50's on the ground, the ice/frost will not melt quickly, and must be removed prior to the next departure. Now you know.
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