Latest news, Aug 21, 2026: BumpySkies First Class subscribers can now see a forecast of cloud cover along their flight route, indicating how much of the trip will include unobstructed views of the ground below. Learn more in the latest newsletter!
VIR135, LHR to MCO, departing 1:50 PM BST, Aug 23
(Forecast data last collected at 12:00 PM BST on Aug 23, 2026.)
- Takeoff from LHR at 1:50 PM BST, Aug 23.
- 1:51 PM BST: Calm skies for the next 11 minutes.
- 2:02 PM BST: Light turbulence likely for the next 2 hours and 50 minutes.
- 4:52 PM BST: Calm skies for the next 4 hours and 43 minutes.
- 9:35 PM BST: Light turbulence likely for the next 4 minutes.
- 9:39 PM BST: Moderate turbulence likely for the next 1 minute.
- 9:40 PM BST: Light turbulence likely for the next 9 minutes.
- 9:49 PM BST: Moderate turbulence likely for the next 1 minute.
- 9:50 PM BST: Light turbulence likely for the next 6 minutes.
- 9:56 PM BST: Calm skies for the next 19 minutes.
- 10:15 PM BST: Light turbulence likely until you land.
- Landing at MCO at 10:24 PM BST.
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.
Forecast window-seat views with First Class
BumpySkies First Class includes cloudiness forecasts, letting you see which parts of your flight will likely involve passing through or over clouds, and how often you'll instead have clear views of the ground below. Like our turbulence forecasts, they can help you manage your expectations of what you'll see and experience during your flight.
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Nelly says: Clouds are sometimes spooky, but they're always safe!
Flying through clouds is routine and safe, even when it feels disorienting to nervous passengers. Learn more about it on our flight safety page.
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