Originally Posted by
FlyJSH
If one is able to make the steps from CAPSS to POOCH to WZRRD (each of which is 1000ft in 4 miles), why is 8000 at ELDEE (2000ft in 12 miles) hard?
not a flame, just an honest question to elimitate my ignorance
Sometimes slowing down and going down at the same time in icing conditions is a bit of an issue because you have to leave power set somewhat high to maintain anti-icing effectiveness.
That's why I would recommend slowing a bit earlier to leave some wiggle room, especially with a tailwind, which is common. Your ground speed is high and you have to slow from maybe 300 to 250 and then to 210 by Eldee, all while descending and leaving power on for effective anti-ice protection.
It can be done, but it requires some thinking ahead and knowing what your airplane can do.