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One type of turbulence, known as clear-air turbulence, can be especially difficult for pilots. Here's what to know about clear-air turbulence. What is clear-air turbulence?

Clear-air turbulence, unstable air pockets that offer little or no warning to pilots, is on the rise, the study found.

The recent tragedy involving a Singapore Airlines flight is bringing new attention to clear air turbulence and has people concerned again about flying.

Dangerous clear-air turbulence is worsening due to global warming Climate change is making high-altitude winds much more volatile.

Clear-air turbulence can catch pilots off-guard since it doesn't come with visible warnings in the sky ahead.

Science Scientists Forecast a Big Increase of Clear-Air Turbulence That Could Lead to Bumpier Flights Global warming is making high-altitude winds more volatile.

A particularly tricky kind of turbulence is known as clear-air turbulence. This kind of turbulence offers no visual warning like clouds or storms.

Research in recent years has pointed to more incidents of clear-air turbulence in the jet stream brought on by rising temperatures. Airline crews and passengers are feeling the effects firsthand.

What can airlines do about clear-air turbulence? Forecasters already make predictions where clear-air turbulence will impact flights, though it is difficult to track with satellite or radar.

According to a 2023 study by researchers at the University of Reading in the U.K., clear-air turbulence has increased in regions around the world.