Bumpy skies: How climate change increases air turbulence
The seatbelt sign pings on, trays rattle, drinks slosh in their glasses. For many flyers, air turbulence can be an unnerving experience — and in a world warming under the effects of climate change, it is only set to worsen, according to a growing body of scientific evidence.
Here are the key things to know during another searing summer in 2025:
Why turbulence matters
Beyond making people uneasy, turbulence is also the leading cause of in-flight weather accidents, according to official data.
