ARP6257 Aircraft Ground De/Anti-Icing Communication Phraseology for Flight and Ground Crews

Aircraft deicing operations traditionally occurred at the passenger gate or cargo ramp. While this is still predominantly the case, many airports are maximizing aircraft parking space efficiency, or have local environmental requirements, that necessitate the use of remote or centralized deicing locations. Deicing services at these locations may be provided by a single airline or third party specialist company, resulting in cross company procedures being implemented for site safety or efficiency purposes. Standardized aircraft deicing communication protocols and phraseology are needed to ensure that important safety, quality, and efficiency information exchange occurs between the participating flight and ground crews.