Ok, as I have said over and over again here, turbulence is not dangerous as long as you are following the guidelines and have your seatbelt fastened.
Media reports – once again – are misleading. It is amazing to see the level to which they twist words and headlines to make the event seem more dramatic than it was.
Continental Flight 128 hit severe turbulence which has [click to continue reading this article…]
I’ve been asked this question regularly; what happens if the pilots get sick while flying the aircraft?
Firstly, pilots are healthy men and women. To get the job – and keep it – pilots must pass an extensive medical every year. This medical is carried out by a well-qualified doctor, and results are passed on to the company that employs the pilot concerned.
If at any time in his/her career a pilot fails [click to continue reading this article…]
