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Turbulence on the rise: What a chaotic Delta flight tells us about flying in a warmer world

Clear-air turbulence is harder to detect, more dangerous, and according to new research, it's becoming more frequent as the ...

After Delta’s turbulence scare, here’s what Utah flyers should know about SLC skies

After 25 people were injured on a Delta Flight out of SLC, you might be a little nervous. Where does Salt Lake City rank ...

Turbulence Has Increased —Here’s Why And Tips To Manage Your In-Flight Anxiety

Air travelers are facing increasingly bumpy journeys as climate change dramatically affects flight conditions worldwide.
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What Causes Turbulence? A simple guide to understanding why flights get bumpy

Severe turbulence can cause injuries and unexpected flight diversions, as seen in a recent Delta flight emergency landing.
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In-flight turbulence injuries may become more common due to jet stream changes

Serious injuries from in-flight turbulence are rare, but scientists say they may be becoming more common as climate change ...

Why is turbulence getting worse?

Clear air turbulence happens when an aircraft hits air that's rapidly changing direction. It's a lot like what happens to a ...

What in-flight turbulence is and when it becomes dangerous for passengers and crews

A Delta Air Lines flight from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam that was hit by serious turbulence Wednesday, sending 25 people on ...

Strong airplane turbulence more likely with summer heat, climate change

For most airline passengers, rumbles and shakes at 37,000 feet might jolt nerves or spill a drink. But a Delta Air Lines ...