What exactly is turbulence and why is it bumpy. Why isn’t it one gust of wind that you feel. Was just on the plan and it felt like we were flying over rocks. Air travel is insane and very interesting.
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Turbulence is caused by changes in the air around the plane. The Earth’s atmosphere is made up of different layers of air that can move at different speeds and directions. When the plane passes through these different layers, it can create a disturbance in the airflow, leading to turbulence.
There are different types of turbulence:
Clear-air turbulence occurs when there are no visible signs, like clouds, to indicate its presence. It can be caused by jet streams, mountains, or changes in temperature. Convective turbulence is usually associated with stormy weather or thunderstorms.
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