What is Cunei?
In this glossary, Cunei refers to: Wedges placed in front of and behind aircraft wheels to prevent movement when parked.
How is Cunei used in aviation?
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "I cunei sono in posizione e l'alimentazione a terra è collegata, parcheggio completato."
Why does Cunei matter in aviation?
Cunei matters because it supports clear communication in Ground Ops contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.
Who uses Cunei?
Cunei is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
What category does Cunei belong to?
In this glossary, Cunei is grouped under Ground Ops. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.
Where does this definition come from?
This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.