System and method for detecting ice formation on a body

A system for detecting ice formation on a body comprising at least:

• a first detector comprising a first temperature sensor;
• a second detector comprising a second temperature sensor;
• and
• an electro-optic module configured to generate input measuring signals into the first and second detectors to receive measuring signals from the first and second detectors and to process and transmit measurements;
• the system being characterized in that:
• the first detector comprises a first housing surrounding the first temperature sensor defining a first detection volume formed between the first temperature sensor and the first housing, the first detection volume being filled by a fluid, such as air;
• the second detector comprises a second housing surrounding the second temperature sensor defining a second detection volume formed between the second temperature sensor and the second housing, the second detection volume being filled by a fluid, such as air;
• and in that
• the second detection volume is greater than the first detection volume.