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What is towering cumulus cloud?

towering cumulus cloud Large cumulus cloud with strong vertical development, indicating convective activity, but not yet cumulonimbus.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “towering cumulus cloud” Used in Practice?

I see towering cumulus cloud developing at ten o’clock, slight deviation requested to avoid updrafts.

Certification Exam Relevance

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

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is towering cumulus cloud?

Large cumulus cloud with strong vertical development, indicating convective activity, but not yet cumulonimbus.

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