4. Forecast Applications

Icing » Icing Forecasting Forecasting Icing Using the Skew-T

Photo of heavy icing on an airplane wing

Icing is a significant hazard to aircraft. Ice accumulations on an aircraft's wings and air frame can lead to added weight, loss of lift, power reduction, and other issues severely compromising airworthiness. Therefore, forecasters need to recognize conditions that might be favorable for icing.