However, even though turbulence isn’t the primary reason for a plane crash, it can still contribute to accidents. The risk of injury due to turbulence is being thrown out of the cabin due to not wearing the seatbelts. Even these accidents are more prone to small aircraft.
Should I worry about turbulence?
Even those who are made of sterner stuff and don’t mind flying, can find the jerking and shaking of turbulence disturbing, but for the vast majority of cases it’s an absolutely harmless necessity that should cause no concern.
Are pilots afraid of turbulence?
In short, pilots are not worried about turbulence – avoiding it is for convenience and comfort rather than safety. In the best circumstances, pilots can forecast where turbulence is and steer clear of it.