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SKW6279: 2 legs

SKW6279, LAX to SMF, departing 9:18 AM PDT, Aug 6

Turbulence forecast map for SKW6279, LAX to SMF

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(Forecast data last collected at 1:00 AM PDT on Aug 6, 2026.)

Preliminary forecast. Check back within an hour or two of takeoff to see the most accurate route map and turbulence forecast for this flight.

  1. Takeoff from LAX at 9:18 AM PDT, Aug 6.
  2. 9:19 AM PDT: Calm skies for the next 1 hour and 5 minutes.
  3. 10:24 AM PDT: Light turbulence likely until you land.
  4. Landing at SMF at 10:28 AM PDT.

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SKW6279, SMF to LAX, departing 11:29 AM PDT, Aug 6

Turbulence forecast map for SKW6279, SMF to LAX

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(Forecast data last collected at 1:00 AM PDT on Aug 6, 2026.)

Preliminary forecast. Check back within an hour or two of takeoff to see the most accurate route map and turbulence forecast for this flight.

  1. Takeoff from SMF at 11:29 AM PDT, Aug 6.
  2. 11:30 AM PDT: Light turbulence likely for the next 1 minute.
  3. 11:31 AM PDT: Calm skies for the next 50 minutes.
  4. 12:21 PM PDT: Light turbulence likely until you land.
  5. Landing at LAX at 12:40 PM PDT.

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Nelly says: Bumpy skies can be scary, but they're not dangerous!

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