First developed in World War II, TKS systems were created for Royal Air Force bombers as an alternative to pneumatic boot deicing. Today, the technology continues to buy crucial time for pilots as they work to implement exit strategies when faced with dangerous icing conditions.
How It Works: TKS Ice Protection System
Key Takeaways:
- TKS systems, developed during World War II, provide crucial time for pilots to implement exit strategies when faced with dangerous icing conditions.
- The system works by dispensing an ethylene glycol-based fluid through porous titanium panels on wings and empennage, and via slinger rings on propellers, to prevent ice formation and adherence.
- TKS systems typically offer greater airframe protection than booted or thermal deicing methods and are highly reliable with reduced maintenance demands due to having only one moving part.
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