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Flying my 1954 Piper Supercub over Illinois it develops carburetor ice. Carburetor Ice can be a problem when there is high humidity, as often happens in the summer. It is not necessary for the air temperature to be freezing to develop carb ice. Indeed it most likely occurs when the air is warmer than freezing. Lots of moisture is necessary for it to form. This video shows the rapid development of carb ice after takeoff and the RPM drop associated with application of carb heat and the change in the quality of the exhaust due to the water. So sit back and enjoy "Carb Ice"