Correct pitot heat temperature

A member just called in with a question that I'd never had before so I thought I'd post it.
Question: "How warm is a pitot heater supposed to get?"
Answer : In the air about 25 degrees Celsius (around 75 to 80 degree Fahrenheit). On the ground, a couple of hundred degrees so don't grab it with your hand to see how hot it is!

Scott Sherer
Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

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Comments

  • Too late, did that about 40 years ago, but only once.

  • You're not alone. I think most of us have. I'm definitely in the "yes" camp, too. :)

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

    Need help? Let me know!

  • I use the burnt flesh method also.
    Austin

  • I can commit crimes without leaving fingerprints now.

    Paul

    1963 Cherokee 180 B.

  • Too funny, Paul. I take it your fingerprints are permanently attached to some pitot mast somewhere, lol. :)

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

    Need help? Let me know!

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