A spark plug failure that occurs when a reciprocating engine is
started in extremely cold weather. When a cylinder fires, the
fuel-air mixture is converted into carbon dioxide and water
vapor.
"With a crowded schedule, and a limited number of
business days left in this congressional session, it appears that
the FAA reauthorization debate may continue into the new
year."
Source: Ed Bolen, president and CEO of the
National Business Aviation Association.