Meteorologymedium#138
Carburettor icing can occur at outside air temperatures up to:
A
0°C
B
+10°C
C
+30°C
CorrectD
-20°C
Explanation
Carburettor icing can occur at OAT up to approximately +30°C with high relative humidity, because fuel vaporization and pressure drop cool the air in the venturi.
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