For many fliers, the sensations experienced during turbulence can be extremely unsettling. They often evoke what might be characterized as some of the most primal of fears and emotions. People describe being overcome with anxiety, sweating and grasping onto whatever they may be touching. At the same time, all their senses are intently focused on […]
Buckle Up! The best way to stay safe on board any flight is to always buckle your seat belt! For most travelers (and even some seasoned frequent fliers), the most ominous aspect of any flight is the possibility of turbulence. As was illustrated by a recent Aeroflot flight, turbulence can occasionally pose a real threat […]
Still not sure that you think the airplane can withstand the worst turbulence? Well, it’s hard to imagine any more turbulent of air than that of a hurricane. When these storms make landfall they have been known to tear apart houses and buildings in addition to flinging cars and boats through the air. They are […]
What causes turbulence? When and where is it most likely to occur? Is flying through turbulence safe? How do pilots avoid turbulence? (Turbulence Part I) Once of the most common causes of anxiety on airplanes, even for the most seasoned flyers, is turbulence. In the atmosphere, turbulence is defined as “a state of fluid […]