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Climate Change May be Behind Severe Turbulence, so Fasten Your Seatbelt - WTOV Steubenville

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Climate Change May be Behind Severe Turbulence, so Fasten Your Seatbelt

(TNWD) — Aviation turbulence has been making headlines lately, and rightfully so.

Dr. John Knox has been researching aviation turbulence for decades and explains how climate change is exacerbating it.

We'll also get a firsthand account from an experienced pilot, Justin Chambers, who is sharing insights into navigating these turbulent skies from the cockpit.

To hear more, including new turbulence detection systems that are being used by pilots, check out our podcast in the player above.

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