Asia’s aviation industry is having a serious conversation about turbulence

Aviation Global News reported on 16 August that airlines are increasingly investing in turbulence forecasting, avoidance and real-time reporting, as severe weather and clear-air turbulence become a greater operational concern.

The subject is not simply about passenger comfort. Turbulence affects route planning, fuel burn, crew procedures, scheduling and passenger safety.

B2B takeaway: Corporate travel managers and tour operators should expect more emphasis on operational resilience and passenger communication from carriers.