Standard Takeoff Temperature

[scott_alexsk]

Does anyone have any idea of general guidelines defining the minimum temperature at which a commercial flight can take off the ground? I understand that they generally use the criteria of ice to determine activity, but at a certain temperature is there a point of no go regardless of temperature because of effects on the aircraft?

Thanks,
-scott

 

[FredGarvin]

None that I have ever heard of. The limiting factors, other than icing as you mentioned are usually subsystems, i.e. hydraulics and engines that have a difficult time in the colder climates especially after soak periods. Aircraft have flown in every climate on this planet, including the south pole and are flight tested in extreme climates for just that reason. There is no material limitation to the colds that we could experience. As a matter of fact, the environment that most aircraft travel in at altitude is extremely cold (the last time I flew our company's jet, it was very close to -70°F).

 

[ravenprp]

The standard takeoff temperature for commercial flights can vary depending on the aircraft, airport, and weather conditions. Generally, airlines have guidelines in place to determine the minimum temperature for takeoff, taking into consideration factors such as ice on the runway, aircraft performance, and engine reliability. However, there is no specific temperature at which a flight cannot take off due to the effects on the aircraft. Instead, pilots rely on their training and experience to make a decision on whether it is safe to take off in certain temperature conditions. Additionally, airports and airlines may have specific procedures in place for colder temperatures, such as de-icing the aircraft before takeoff. Safety is always the top priority in the aviation industry, so pilots and airlines will always err on the side of caution when it comes to takeoff temperatures.