Deice/Anti Ice ground service

Just found out on the DC-3. It stalled. Only solution is not to use real weather in the winter.

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Ground de-icing and anti-icing services would be a very natural and immersive addition to Career Mode, especially with seasons already implemented.

In real aviation, winter operations are impossible without proper de-icing. Adding this as a career mechanic would improve realism and decision-making without requiring full hardcore simulation.

Suggested implementation:

  • Optional “Request De-Icing” service before departure in cold weather

  • Costs money and takes time

  • Skipping de-icing could lead to penalties (performance loss, safety rating impact, mission failure risk)

  • Simple visual animation is sufficient; full fluid simulation is not required

This feature would:

  • Add meaningful winter-specific gameplay

  • Tie together weather, seasons, economy, and safety

  • Make ground operations feel more complete and realistic

Career Mode already has the foundations - de-icing would be a logical next step.