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XSR487: 6 legs
- KAAO to KHCR, departing 12:00 PM CST, Nov 5
- KHCR to MKC, departing 9:00 PM UTC, Nov 5
- BNA to MKC: no forecast yet
- HDN to MKC: no forecast yet
- MKC to PAH: no forecast yet
- PAH to MKC: no forecast yet
XSR487, KAAO to KHCR, departing 12:00 PM CST, Nov 5
(Forecast data last collected at 12:00 AM CST on Nov 5, 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 KAAO at 12:00 PM CST, Nov 5.
- 12:01 PM CST: Light turbulence likely for the next 2 minutes.
- 12:03 PM CST: Calm skies for the next 14 minutes.
- 12:17 PM CST: Light turbulence likely for the next 12 minutes.
- 12:29 PM CST: Calm skies for the next 54 minutes.
- 1:23 PM CST: Light turbulence likely for the next 3 minutes.
- 1:26 PM CST: Calm skies for the next 15 minutes.
- 1:41 PM CST: Light turbulence likely until you land.
- Landing at KHCR at 1:49 PM CST.
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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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.
XSR487, KHCR to MKC, departing 9:00 PM UTC, Nov 5
(Forecast data last collected at 12:00 AM CST on Nov 5, 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 KHCR at 9:00 PM UTC, Nov 5.
- 9:01 PM UTC: Light turbulence likely for the next 16 minutes.
- 9:17 PM UTC: Calm skies for the next 45 minutes.
- 10:02 PM UTC: Light turbulence likely for the next 17 minutes.
- 10:19 PM UTC: Calm skies for the next 26 minutes.
- 10:45 PM UTC: Light turbulence likely for the next 2 minutes.
- 10:47 PM UTC: Calm skies for the rest of the flight.
- Landing at MKC at 10:47 PM UTC.
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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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.
Already a First Class Subscriber? Log in.
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.
BumpySkies needs your support
If BumpySkies helped you today, consider leaving a tip, or get additional features with a monthly subscription.
Support BumpySkies with a $5 monthly subscription and receive premium features, including cloud-cover forecasts and turbulence-forecast notifications sent straight to your phone or email.
Tips of any size received with gratitude. If you tip at least $5 you can envision Nelly buying an airport coffee with it. If you tip at least $10 I'll tell her gently that maybe she should make it a decaf.
XSR487, BNA to MKC: no forecast yet
It's too early to give you a forecast. I don't yet know the flight plan for this leg of XSR487, so I can't give you an accurate forecast right now. Come check again closer to departure time. (Note that sometimes I don't know the flight plan until minutes before boarding!)
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XSR487, HDN to MKC: no forecast yet
It's too early to give you a forecast. I don't yet know the flight plan for this leg of XSR487, so I can't give you an accurate forecast right now. Come check again closer to departure time. (Note that sometimes I don't know the flight plan until minutes before boarding!)
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XSR487, MKC to PAH: no forecast yet
It's too early to give you a forecast. I don't yet know the flight plan for this leg of XSR487, so I can't give you an accurate forecast right now. Come check again closer to departure time. (Note that sometimes I don't know the flight plan until minutes before boarding!)
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XSR487, PAH to MKC: no forecast yet
It's too early to give you a forecast. I don't yet know the flight plan for this leg of XSR487, so I can't give you an accurate forecast right now. Come check again closer to departure time. (Note that sometimes I don't know the flight plan until minutes before boarding!)
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