Aviation English
Meteorology

What is embedded cumulonimbus cloud?

embedded cumulonimbus cloud Cumulonimbus cloud obscured within other cloud layers, not visually identifiable, but with severe turbulence and precipitation.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “embedded cumulonimbus cloud” Used in Practice?

We are requesting climb due to embedded cumulonimbus cloud overcast, encountered severe turbulence during approach.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

Related Aviation English Terms

wind shearlow‑level wind shearturbulenceclear-air turbulence

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What is embedded cumulonimbus cloud?

Cumulonimbus cloud obscured within other cloud layers, not visually identifiable, but with severe turbulence and precipitation.

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