Predicting Choppy Skies: How Do Pilots Know When Turbulence Is Ahead?

Turbulence, as in the violent and unsteady movement of air that can easily disturb flight, is a concern for aircrew and passengers alike – and Simple Flying has a basic explainer on turbulence if you are new to the issue. Few passengers like flying on a flight with the aircraft fighting to hold altitude and attitude against changing air conditions, especially to the point that it’s unsafe for flight attendants to provide in-flight services or for passengers to leave their seats to use the lavatory. So how do pilots know when turbulence is ahead to alert the cabin?



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