The Origin of Turbulence While Flying

FromWeather with Cliff Mass

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The Origin of Turbulence While Flying

FromWeather with Cliff Mass

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Jun 10, 2022

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Why do planes sometimes bounce around in the air? What are the causes of the turbulence you experience while flying? In this podcast, I will explain the several causes of these sometimes unpleasant motions.

Released:

Jun 10, 2022

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Podcast episode

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Atmospheric scientist Cliff Mass provides a weekly weather forecast for the Pacific Northwest, details current and future weather topics, and discusses related topics. Podcast is released every Friday at 9am. Support this podcast and ensure it remains ad-free on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/cliffmass

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The Origin of Turbulence While Flying

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