What happens to icing if a flight encounters a temperature above 0° C?

When an aircraft encounters a temperature above 0° C, icing will stop accumulating because the conditions necessary for the formation of ice on the aircraft's surfaces are no longer present. Icing occurs when supercooled water droplets freeze upon contact with the cold surfaces of the aircraft. As the temperature rises above freezing, these droplets do not freeze, and any ice that may have already formed can begin to melt.

In this temperature range, the threat of ice accumulation diminishes significantly, leading to a reduction in the risks associated with icing conditions. Understanding this concept is important for pilots and aviation personnel to maintain safety during flight operations in varied temperature conditions.