LITTLEROCKAFBI21-102 governs snow removal and de-icing/anti-icing for wing assigned and transient aircraft.
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It specifies approved fluids for C-130J aircraft and establishes routine, non-routine, runway, and Hammerhead procedures. It requires assigned personnel to monitor operations, maintain equipment, conduct training, and communicate de-icing details to aircrews.
Applies to: This instruction implements AFPD 21-1, Maintenance of Military Material and applies to all 19th Airlift Wing (19 AW), and Air Force Reserve (AFRES) units assigned to Little Rock AFB, AR.
Aircraft are not permitted to take off with ice, snow, frost, or other contamination adhering to the wings, control surfaces, engine inlets, or other surfaces of the aircraft other than the underside of tank region. (paragraph 6)
The aircraft commander is the final authority for decisions regarding adequacy of de-icing/anti-icing prior to flight. (paragraph 6)
Final end-of-runway de-icing/anti-icing will not be accomplished on the Hammerhead (runway 25 and 07). (paragraph 6)
De-icing Operations Coordinator(s) and De-icing Teams will be assembled prior to the days flying schedule. (paragraph 11-201)
De-icing vehicles will be inspected and preheated then placed on standby per the AMU and notify MOC, as needed. (paragraph 11-201)