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flag Airplane deicing, crucial for safe winter flights, uses glycol-based fluids to prevent ice buildup that can reduce lift.

flag Airplane deicing is vital for winter flights as ice can slash lift by up to 30%, affecting maneuverability and increasing stall speed. flag The process uses glycol-based fluids in a two-step method: deicing with heated Type I fluid followed by anti-icing with Type II or IV fluids to prevent further ice. flag Propylene glycol, less toxic than ethylene glycol, is commonly used today. flag Environmental efforts include recycling and treating the fluids to minimize ecological impact.

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