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Turbulence Explained: Why Planes Shake — Is It Safe?

Turbulence Explained: Why Planes Shake — Is It Safe?

Update: 2025-08-31
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Turbulence is the part of flying that makes passengers most nervous — those sudden bumps, rattles, and drops. But what’s really happening when the plane shakes? In this episode, we will break down the different types of turbulence, why planes are built to handle it, and why pilots treat it as a routine part of flying. It feels scary, but turbulence is much safer than most people realize.

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Turbulence Explained: Why Planes Shake — Is It Safe?

Turbulence Explained: Why Planes Shake — Is It Safe?

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