05/13/16
Overview
The detection system detects the ice which collects in certain areas of the aircraft. The system transmits data to the bleed management controller (BMC) which supplies a signal to automatically starts the anti-icing system.
The detection system continuously monitors the actual condition of the two ice detectors to prevent transmission of incorrect data on icing condition to the bleed management system. The detection system controls the detection of ice and the operation of the related anti-icing systems through the BMCs. For flight safety in icing conditions, the system is connected to the stall protection system. It sends warning messages to the engine indication and crew alerting system (EICAS) when icing conditions occur.
