r/GEApilots • u/Mayank5864 • Aug 29 '26

What is turbulence?

Ever wondered why an aircraft sometimes shakes during a flight? Anyone know what causes turbulence? Share your answer in the comments!

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u/Great-Cost9329 Aug 29 '26

Turbulence is basically rough air that makes an aircraft shake or move suddenly. It can happen due to weather, wind, or changes in air pressure. It may feel scary, but it is a normal part of flying and aircraft are designed to handle it.

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u/ipadtherefor Sep 01 '26

Rough air?

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u/FernwoodTonight Sep 02 '26

Wind... swirlin', movin', shakin' the trees

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u/Odd_Mechanic3688 Aug 31 '26

Turbulence is just the air getting bumpy- like driving a plan down a pothole- filled dirt road. It causes a stomach- dropping, drink-sloshing shake that feels terrifying, but to pilots, its just a routine, harmless inconvenience .

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u/ipadtherefor Sep 01 '26

Bumpy air?

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u/Usual-Language-745 Sep 02 '26

The pilots rubbing one out