Rising Turbulence Threatens Air Travel Safety

Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of turbulence, posing risks to passengers and aircraft.

A recent Singapore Airlines flight experienced severe turbulence, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
Experts attribute the rise in turbulence to climate change, which has increased severe turbulence by 55% over the past four decades.
Clear-air turbulence, which occurs without warning, is particularly hazardous and difficult to avoid.
Turbulence is the leading cause of injuries to flight attendants and passengers in nonfatal airline accidents.
Researchers predict turbulence could double or triple in the coming decades, increasing risks and costs for the aviation industry.