Turbulence is one of the most unpleasant aspects of flying for many people. Despite its surprising frequency, it can often ...

Air turbulence on board a flight can range from being just a mild nuisance to a genuine safety threat for anyone who isn’t properly buckled into their seat. For some flyers, it’s a matter of course ...

When the plane started shaking violently on a Delta flight from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam in July, some passengers thought it was going to crash. The jet had hit severe turbulence, flinging people ...

Buckle those seat belts, the list of most turbulent airline routes and airports around the world is out. North America didn’t even make it into the list of the top 10 bumpiest routes around the world.

In fact, ensuring a comfortable ride for those onboard is a real consideration for manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. New aircraft work to mitigate the effects of turbulence on the airframe and ...

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Spring Break could get off to a bumpy start for air travelers this year. According to a study published last year, air travelers have experienced 55% more turbulence than four decades ago. With ...

Anxiety surrounding air travel has been growing among the public in recent weeks and months. Between the deadly crash in Washington D.C. earlier this year and several near misses, as well as FAA staff ...

Turbulence, particularly clear air turbulence, is becoming more frequent and severe. The three main types of turbulence are mountain wave, convective, and clear air turbulence. Staying buckled up ...