Clear Air Turbulence: How It Happens and How to Handle It
Pilot Institute
MAY 26, 2025
And when it hits, it can cause the airplane to suddenly drop, rise, or tilt sharply. Even in less intense turbulence, parts inside the aircraft can sustain damage, especially if loose cargo or luggage crashes into them. This is why wind shear is described as either vertical or horizontal, depending on the direction of the change.
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