Turbulence Explained: The Jello in a Tray Analogy: Turbulence, often experienced by aircraft, can be likened to jello wobbling on a tray. Just as jello shakes when the tray is moved unexpectedly, an airplane experiences turbulence when moving through irregular air currents, especially under 10,000 feet where weather variations are more pronounced. This phenomenon, generally caused by factors like atmospheric pressure, jet streams, or mountainous terrain, makes the plane momentarily shake or bounce. Modern aircraft, designed to withstand these natural occurrences, ensure safety much like a tray securely holding jello. Though unsettling for passengers, turbulence is a normal, well-managed aspect of flying. #turbulence #weather #flying #onthisday