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Night Landing Illusions
Definition:
Landing illusions occur in many forms. Above featureless terrain at night, there is a natural tendency to fly a lower-than-normal approach. Elements that cause any type of visual obscuration, such as rain, haze, or a dark runway environment also can cause low approaches.
Flashing green
Definition:
Cleared for taxi or Return for landing (to be followed by steady green at the proper time)
Propeller Anti-icers:
Definition:
Ice often forms on the propeller before it is visible on the wing. Props are treated with deicing fluid applied by slinger rings on the prop hub or with electrically heated elements on the leading edges.
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