Latest news, Aug 3, 2026: I've been updating how BumpySkies treats airport elevations, forecasts climb and descent rates, and classifies turbulence intensity, all based on real-world guidance. More about it in the next newsletter. Until then, if anything seems off, please report an issue!
SKW6469: 2 legs
SKW6469, CLT to BHM, departing 11:49 AM EDT, Aug 6
(Forecast data last collected at 4:00 AM EDT 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.
- Takeoff from CLT at 11:49 AM EDT, Aug 6.
- 11:50 AM EDT: Calm skies for the next 57 minutes.
- 12:47 PM EDT: Light turbulence likely until you land.
- Landing at BHM at 12:51 PM EDT.
Nelly says: Bumpy skies can be scary, but they're not dangerous!
See our turbulence safety page for more information, including links to other resources for nervous fliers.
SKW6469, BHM to CLT, departing 12:53 PM CDT, Aug 6
(Forecast data last collected at 4:00 AM EDT 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.
- Takeoff from BHM at 12:53 PM CDT, Aug 6.
- 12:54 PM CDT: Calm skies for the next 54 minutes.
- 1:48 PM CDT: Light turbulence likely for the next 2 minutes.
- 1:50 PM CDT: Calm skies for the rest of the flight.
- Landing at CLT at 1:55 PM CDT.
Nelly says: Bumpy skies can be scary, but they're not dangerous!
See our turbulence safety page for more information, including links to other resources for nervous fliers.
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