Is turbulence getting worse? And where were the worst flight paths in 2023 – video | Qatar

We know turbulence is a normal part of flying – but are some routes more prone? And where is the worst? Turbulence is the leading cause of in-flight injuries to crew and passengers, and after the fatal Singapore Airlines accident and passenger injuries over Turkey on a Qatar Airways flight, you might be wondering if flights are about to get bumpier. Severe turbulence incidents are increasing – growing by 55% between 1979 and 2020 – and the climate crisis is believed to be a responsible factor

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