Expert route report
Your flight, analyzed by an aviation meteorologist
Dr. Robert Banks, a Ph.D. aviation meteorologist who led weather projects for Delta Air Lines, reviews your route personally using several forecast models, satellite data and live pilot reports, then emails you a clear, plain-English report.
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Sample excerpt
Mostly smooth, with one bumpy stretch over the North Pacific
Expect a smooth first half. About 5 hours after takeoff, the route crosses the northern edge of a strong jet stream east of the Kuril Islands. Light to occasionally moderate bumps are likely for 30 to 45 minutes. The crew will probably turn on the seat belt sign and pause service. After that, the rest of the flight looks smooth until the descent into Tokyo, which may be a little bumpy in gusty northwest winds.
| Flight time | Area | Expected ride |
|---|---|---|
| 0:00–0:30 | Climb out of SFO | Smooth |
| 0:30–4:45 | Gulf of Alaska, Aleutians | Smooth |
| 4:45–5:30 | East of the Kuril Islands | Light to moderate |
| 5:30–10:30 | Northwest Pacific | Smooth to Light |
| 10:30–11:00 | Descent into NRT | Light |
Tip: the bumpiest stretch looks likely between hours 4:30 and 5:30, so the seat belt sign will probably be on then. A seat over the wing usually feels the least motion. Always follow crew instructions.