Unfortunately, plane turbulence is an unavoidable part of air travel. Most of the time, it's mild enough that you can just sit back, close your eyes, and ride it out. But if you're really worried about having to experience turbulence on your next flight, then you should book yourself into the window seat.
READ MORE: Hawaii food guide: All the best places to eat and drink on the island of O'ahu Former airline pilot Kathleen Bangs says that any passenger who is anxious about flying due to potential turbulence should try and reserve a window seat ahead of time - ideally in the middle of the plane. First of all, this means that you can look out the window and keep an eye on weather conditions. You'll be able to see any storms or inclement weather coming, and understand how it might affect the plane's stability.
Also, by being away from the aisle, you're more protected if the overhead bins open during turbulence and luggage starts flying around. The main thing to remember, though, is that this level of extreme turbulence is very rare. So long as you keep your sealtbelt buckled while in your seat, you're very safe in the air.
READ MORE: The questionable ways Aussies are stashing their cash when travelling Those who are worried about turbulence should also avoid sitting at the back of the plane - opt for a seat somewhere around the middle. READ MORE: New research reveals the most magical and 'otherworldly' travel destinations The mid-section of a plane, over the wings, is the most stable part of a plane. Think of it like a see-saw.
The difference is small, but you're less likely to feel sudden movements when sitting above the wing. Planes are built to withstand extreme turbulence. "Turbulence is not dangerous," a pilot revealed in a viral TikTok in 2022 .
"There's never been a report of a plane going down because of turbulence. He says that to be certified to fly, a plane will have its wings bent to almost 90 degrees, to see how much wind pressure it can withstand. He then shared a video of a wing-bending test on a plane revealing just how far the wings are tested – and he wasn't lying, the wings truly are bent to a near 90-degree angle.
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