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Rising Turbulence: Is Air Travel Becoming More Dangerous?

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 In recent years, incidents of air turbulence have become more frequent, intense, and unpredictable—raising both safety concerns and operational challenges for the global aviation industry. At AHA Apex Wing, where safety and innovation are at the heart of aviation excellence, we take a close look at the evolving technologies and strategies being developed to counter this growing threat. A flight attendant is flung into the ceiling during severe turbulence—experts warn such incidents may triple by 2050 due to climate change. (Image generated for AHA Apex Wing blog) What Is Air Turbulence? Air turbulence refers to sudden, unpredictable changes in airflow that can jolt an aircraft in mid-flight. While often harmless, severe turbulence can cause injuries to passengers and crew, damage to aircraft interiors, and costly delays or rerouting. A particularly alarming example occurred earlier this year on a Singapore Airlines flight, where severe turbulence led to injuries and reports of ...